Gareth Malone’s ‘devastating’ health condition explained – ‘hard to come to terms with’ – Express
Having supported his grandfather through his diagnosis, Malone was keen to take on any advice from his healthcare professional concerning how he could maintain his own hearing and keep his tinnitus at bay, especially at night when trying to sleep.
“The consultant advised me to wear ear defenders when I go to concerts, and maybe even out in the street if it’s busy,” he said. “He also told me not to listen to music at high volumes, especially for prolonged periods, and to take bre…….
Having supported his grandfather through his diagnosis, Malone was keen to take on any advice from his healthcare professional concerning how he could maintain his own hearing and keep his tinnitus at bay, especially at night when trying to sleep.
“The consultant advised me to wear ear defenders when I go to concerts, and maybe even out in the street if it’s busy,” he said. “He also told me not to listen to music at high volumes, especially for prolonged periods, and to take breaks from music when I’m tired.
“In the early days I’d lie in bed listening to it and it does send you round the twist because it’s not a particularly nice noise.
“Thankfully it hasn’t affected my work too much except for taking regular breaks,” he continued. “And wearing subtle in-ear defenders has been life-changing. I probably go to more gigs now than ever because I can enjoy the music without it being too loud.”
Source: https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/1656857/gareth-malone-health-tinnitus-symptoms-treatment
