I have been experiencing a low grade ringing in one of my ears after
attneding a club with loud music.  (I normally try to be wear ear plugs
but unfortunatly did not have any available, arg!)  My one ear was hurting
by the end of the night, so it seems pretty clear that damage occured. (
WHy only one , I don't know, maybe the two ears are different in
sensitivity.)
I recently saw a health care provider and was prescribed antihistamines in
case there was fluid build up, and wax softener as I had a build up of wax
(she said it didn't look like I had an ear infection).  Incidentally,
prior to my exposure to the loud music I had a mild cold where my ears
felt somewhat sensitive, althought I am guessing that has no relation.
I am a bit upset that it seems likely I may never experience silence
again.  Although I in the past have experienced ringing due to loud music,
it was usually only the day after exposure.  Is it possible that my ringing
may subside, now after almost four weeks, or is it more likely that this is
permanent?  Although I know that wax build up can apperently cause tinnitus
as well, I suppose that seems unlikely as my ear hurt after the sound
exposure. This turned into a long post, but any feedback would be
appreciated.