Here's what we do know:
- Nicotine—regardless of where it came from—has known negative health impacts on your ears and blood supply. ...
- The flavors used for vaping are largely unregulated and unchecked, and some are linked to hearing loss.
- Anecdotal reports indicate a direct link between vaping and hearing loss, such as this musician's report of vaping and sudden hearing loss, and this forum thread on tinnitus and vaping.
Can PG cause hearing problems?
Is propylene glycol ototoxic?
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The only time i have anything like that is direct lung vaping on an Atty with a restrictive airflow. And only a second or two on the inhale. Sounds to me like you may have a head oe ear infection that something in your vape is irritating.
Vaping and hearing loss - what's the connection?
Hearing aid apps: What you need to know. Most hearing aid manufacturers offer accompanying smartphone apps that let users control their hearing aid settings, monitor their batteries, and many other features.
Tinnitus from Vaping? | Tinnitus Talk Support Forum
I vaped for a couple of years, stopped a few days ago due to persistent tinnitus, ear and tooth pain. I attribute all to vaping. Many who vape will disagree, but my left ear had been feeling weird for weeks before I quit, and the tinnitus started some time before that.
Why are teens turning to vaping?
Why are so many teens turning to vaping? In addition to slick marketing campaigns targeting the younger generation, the internet makes it all too easy for teens to access e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes are not legally allowed to be sold to anyone under the age of 18, yet anyone can go online and purchase e-cigarette products or equipment simply by checking a box claiming they are 18.
What is an e-cigarette?
E-cigarettes, vaping pens and mod boxes are devices that allow users to inhale a vapor containing varying levels of nicotine, along with other substances. They are battery operated and use a heating element to heat up a substance called e juice or vape juice, which is contained in a cartridge. The vapor is then released and inhaled by the user. There are more than 500 brands and thousands of vape juice flavors currently on the market, yet there is little FDA regulation, oversight or safety checks determining what exactly is in them.
What is the substance in an e-cigarette called?
It's what gives the e-cigarette its “flavor,” and contains at the very least a mixture of flavorings, colorings, other unknown chemicals—and often a substance called propylene glycol.
Does smoking cigarettes damage your hearing?
Studies have shown smoking cigarettes can damage your hearing, but what about vaping?
Is there a difference in nicotine in cartridges?
A study done in 2014 found there was often a significant difference in the amount of nicotine present in the cartridge and what was presented on the label.
Can you stop smoking if you vape?
Some claim that e-cigarettes are a safer alternative to cigarettes, and can even help individuals stop smoking. The jury is still out on that as well. If you do vape, and experience symptoms such as blockage, ear pressure, sudden hearing loss or tinnitus, stop vaping immediately and consult an ENT or hearing healthcare professional.
Do e-cigarette cartridges contain nicotine?
Although some e-cigarette cartridges contain no nicotine, others contain nicotine in varying amounts, from a little to a lot.
How long does it take for tinnitus to clear up?
The good news is that, for most people, tinnitus will clear up on its own. From reading this forum, it may take up to two years, but the vast majority of people do find relief.
Is PG ototoxic?
PG is ototoxic, yes, in certain conditions of use = applied directly to inner ear. But if you go to concerts or parties, smoke machines are like your e-liquids : made of PG. I'm no doctor but unless you are allergic to PG (which happens), I don't see why vaping PG would spike your T.
Do people get Ts from vaping?
On the other hand, people getting Ts due to vaping , you can actually count them on the internet.
Can VG cause vaping?
This is surprising. There's no reason for VG to cause it. Trying 0 mg AND a different aroma may solve this. If it doesn't, then you might wanna consider stopping both vaping and smoking
Is vaping better than smoking?
Of course, that doesn't mean one shouldn't find a solution to help these people who react badly get out of their T spike, but vaping is safer then smoking. That's a fact, and I wouldn't want smoker reading this post thinking : "Oh well, I'll stick to tobacco."
Why does vaping hurt?
There could be various reasons for chest pain from vaping. Excessive heat, high nicotine, or maybe even the specific flavorings in a particular e-liquid could be the cause.
What are the side effects of vaping?
Coughing. Headaches. Dizziness or headrush. Weight loss/gain. Nausea. Tired and fatigued. Chest pain from vaping. Although vapes are not medical devices, side effects for the user may occur. But these side effects are not a given.
How to stop dizziness when vaping?
If you’re concerned about dizziness or the feeling of being lightheaded, the best course of action is to lower your nicotine or the amount you vape in short periods. If you’d prefer to not lower your consumption, it’s something that will likely go away as your body gets accustomed to nicotine.
What to do if you have chest pains when vaping?
Then maybe you can lower the power, reduce your nicotine, change your atom izer or coil , or change your flavor . Essentially, try and change your entire set up if you have to.
What to do if you cough when you take a hit?
If you are coughing when you take a hit, check the airflow of the device without activating it (if your device has an automatic draw, take out the cartridge or vape pod and draw on it while not attached to the battery).
Does nicotine cause headaches?
Alkaloids have a physiological effect on the user, and cessation from habitual usage may cause headaches. Nicotine is the major alkaloid in tobacco, accounting for about 95% of the alkaloid content, but there are other tobacco minor alkaloids in tobacco smoke, not present in e-liquid.
Can vaping cause dizziness?
Dizziness or headrush. Similar to the feeling of smoking for the first time, it’s not uncommon to experience lightheadedness and dizziness from vaping. Also similar to smoking, this typically will stop presenting itself the more you consume.
Can PG cause hearing problems?
The PG in e-cigarettes can cause hearing problems. A caution to those who may experience symptoms.
Is propylene glycol ototoxic?
Recently I started doing some research, and it turns out the topical application of propylene glycol can be ototoxic (toxic to the ear). In fact some patients who had used PG eardrops had experienced almost identical symptoms to me: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7192939
Why does my nic level ring when I vape?
Intake of too much nicotine can lead to headache & feeling faint... So if anyone of those two symptoms occur along with your ears ringing it's a sign that your nic levels are either too strong, or you're vaping too much.
Why do I get tinnitus?
Tinnitus may be caused by allergy, high or low blood pressure (blood circulation problems), a tumor, diabetes, thyroid problems, injury to the head or neck, as well as a variety of medications including anti-inflammatory medicines , antibiotics, sedatives, antidepressants, and aspirin.
Can smoking cigarettes cause tinnitus?
Smoking cigarettes is the reason you have tinnitus in the first place... Go see ur doc, control ur blood pressure, exercise, eat healthy diet, no junky saturated foods, vape 0MG NICOTINE,take some Meds until symptoms are gone... this can be cured,you just have to make adjustments.... I ️ BAM.
Is vaping causing tinnitus?
Its not the vaping directly causing it. It is having a predisposition to tinnitus or an underlying issue of it that comes to the fore when dehyration occurs. Dehydration tinnitus is not commonly if ever spoken of or even on anyones radar, Drs included. But it is real.
Does PG help with tinnitus?
I've heard from many other people who suddenly developed tinnitus or whose existing tinnitus became worse when they began vaping. In many cases they've let me know using less/no PG has worked for them. Some have had to just mix with less PG. Some have had to use no PG at all - switching to flavorings without it or unflavored. Also notable: some people have found immediate relief from whatever change they've tried, but others haven't noticed improvement for weeks/months after reducing/eliminating PG.
Can too much nicotine cause headaches?
Intake of too much nicotine can lead to headache & feeling faint...
Is PG ototoxic?
It's well-documented that PG is ototoxic. Here's one source: http://american-hearing.org/disorders/ototoxicity-from-ear-drops/ but you can find many others. This isn't new info; here's mention of it from 2003: http://www.tchain.com/otoneurology/disorders/bilat/ototoxic_drops.htm. ENT specialists have written about vaping, warning that PG circulating as vapor throughout our sinus cavities can cause this problem.
How is Vaping Associated with Allergies?
The bottom line is there is still a lot of research that needs to be done before definitive conclusions can be reached on how vaping is associated with allergies.
What is Vape Lung?
Vape lung is the term that is being given to a cluster of symptoms that arise from what is believed to be the sustained use of e-cigarettes. Vape lung is not an infection—which means it is likely the result of exposure to the chemicals in vaping products.
Are Sinus Infections Caused by Vaping?
It’s possible that vaping may be a contributing factor to some sinus infections . Since vaping increases allergy sensitivity, and allergies can lead to possible sinus infections, vaping could be one of the factors to consider when determining the source of a sinus infection.
Can PG cause hearing problems?
The PG in e-cigarettes can cause hearing problems. A caution to those who may experience symptoms.
Is propylene glycol ototoxic?
Recently I started doing some research, and it turns out the topical application of propylene glycol can be ototoxic (toxic to the ear). In fact some patients who had used PG eardrops had experienced almost identical symptoms to me: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7192939
