Tinnitus – those annoying ear sounds all of a sudden the tinnitus appears and is noticeable by a constant hum, whistling or ringing in the ear. These ongoing noises usually mean a major limitation on the quality of life for those affected. How the disturbing noises develop and how tinnitus can be treated, you can find out here with us.
What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is not a real illness but a medical symptom. It is characterized by unpleasant ear noises that only the affected person perceives in one ear or in both ears. An external source for them does not exist. It is estimated that about 40% of the Swiss suffer from this hearing disorder at least once for a short period in their lives. Up to 20% have a diagnosis of chronic tinnitus, which means that the ear noises last longer than three months. The emergence of sounds is based on the proven results of neuro research in the abnormal activity of brain nerve cells. Thus, in tinnitus, the cause is not in the ear itself. What are the causes of tinnitus? In principle, medicine distinguishes between two types of tinnitus in the causes of tinnitus: objective and subjective tinnitus. In subjective tinnitus, a sound source does not exist. The following possible causes exist for its formation:
°Acoustic trauma
°Sudden Hearing Loss
°Presbycusis
°Inflammation of the ear and viral and bacterial infections
°Autoimmune diseases of the inner ear
°Foreign body in the ear canal
°Chronic middle ear infection
°Diseases of the central nervous system
°Acoustic neuroma (benign tumor in the auditory canal)
°Otosclerosis (disease of the bone around the inner ear)
°Cardiovascular diseases
°Decompression sickness
°Kidney and metabolic diseases
°Ménière’s disease (a disorder of the inner ear of unknown cause)
°Functional discomfort of the temporomandibular joint or the cervical spine
How do I prevent tinnitus?
The most common cause of tinnitus is ear damage caused by noise. Therefore, it is advisable to wear appropriate hearing protection on certain occasions, such as rock concerts. Stress as a favoring factor of subjectively perceived ear noises needs to be minimized, which is possible through optimized time management and relaxation exercises. Even a healthy diet reduces tinnitus risk. If acute ear noises occur, it is advisable to visit a specialist. This can respond early to the problem and may prevent a chronic course.
What can I do about tinnitus?
watch this youtube video by Dr. Mandell
Regardless of whether tinnitus is unilateral or tinnitus bilateral: the cause is crucial for targeted treatment. Treatment options for tinnitus include medical procedures, acoustic stimulation, and behavioral therapy. Also, the use of electrical and magnetic brain stimulation and physiotherapeutic procedures have been proven. The problem is that chronic tinnitus can not simply “switch off”, it is not curable. The aim of therapies is usually to enable those affected lives with tinnitus. Therapies should, therefore, ensure that those affected perceive the noiselessly intensively and improve their quality of life. In the acute stage, the physician prefers intravenous local anesthetics, circulation-promoting agents, and glucocorticoids (steroids
In the modern world, we are bombarded with electromagnetic radiation. For most of us, this may not be a problem. But for people who are sensitive to electromagnetic fields (EMF), the effects can include hypersensitivity, tinnitus, and other serious symptoms.The scientific world is divided as to whether EMF hypersensitivity is real. Many researchers dismiss it, but several studies show it can affect some people. Here we’ll attempt to make sense of it all.
EMF Radiation Sources – 5G Networks
Anything that uses or transports electricity generates an electromagnetic field, including high voltage power lines, household appliances, radios, televisions, cordless telephones, cell phones and towers, computers, and microwave ovens. The frequencies of these fields vary by the source, but most fall within the GHz (gigahertz) ranges employed by cell phones and Wi-Fi systems.
Cells in our bodies generate their own small fields. Neurons (nerve cells) and muscle cells pass information from cell to cell using small electrical charges, or micro voltages. External electromagnetic fields can interfere with these signals.
The Dangers Of 5G – 11 Reasons To Be Concerned
The USA is currently leading the way on 5G. At the June 2016 press conference where the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) head Tom Wheeler announced the opening up of low, mid, and high spectrums. There was no mention of health effects whatsoever. But the dangers are real.
- DNA single and double-strand breaks
- oxidative damage
- disruption of cell metabolism
- increased blood-brain barrier permeability
- melatonin reduction
- disruption to brain glucose metabolism
- generation of stress proteins
Let’s not also forget that in 2011 the World Health Organization (WHO) classified radiofrequency radiation as a possible 2B carcinogen.
More recently the $25 million National Toxicology Program concluded that radiofrequency radiation of the type currently used by cell phones can cause cancer.
But where does 5G fit into all this? Given that 5G is set to utilize frequencies above and below existing frequency bands 5G sits in the middle of all this. But the tendency (it varies from country to country) is for 5G to utilize the higher frequency bands. Which brings its own particular concerns. Here is my review of the studies done to date – 11 reasons to be concerned.
#2 – EFFECTS ON THE SKIN
The biggest concern is how these new wavelengths will affect the skin. The human body has between two million to four million sweat ducts. Dr. Ben-Ishai of Hebrew University, Israel explains that our sweat ducts act like “an array of helical antennas when exposed to these wavelengths,” meaning that we become more conductive. A recent New York study that experimented with 60GHz waves stated that “the analyses of penetration depth show that more than 90% of the transmitted power is absorbed in the epidermis and dermis layer.”
The effects of MMWs as studied by Dr. Yael Stein of Hebrew University is said to also cause humans physical pain as our nociceptors flare up in recognition of the wave as a damaging stimulus. So we’re looking at the possibilities of many skin diseases and cancer as well as physical pain to our skin.
#3 – EFFECTS ON THE EYES
A 1994 study found that low-level millimeter microwave radiation produced lens opacity in rats, which is linked to the production of cataracts.
An experiment conducted by the Medical Research Institute of Kanazawa Medical University found that 60GHz “millimeter-wave antennas can cause thermal injuries of varying types of levels. The thermal effects induced by millimeter waves can apparently penetrate below the surface of the eye.”
A 2003 Chinese study has also found damage to the lens epithelial cells of rabbits after 8 hours of exposure to microwave radiation and a 2009 study conducted by the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Pakistan conclude that EMFs emitted by a mobile phone cause derangement of chicken embryo retinal differentiation.
#4 – EFFECTS ON THE HEART
A 1992 Russian study found that frequencies in the range 53-78GHz (that which 5G proposes to use) impacted the heart rate variability (an indicator of stress) in rats. Another Russian study on frogs who’s skin was exposed to MMWs found heart rate changes (arrhythmias).
#5 – IMMUNE SYSTEM EFFECTS
A 2002 Russian study examined the effects of 42HGz microwave radiation exposure on the blood of healthy mice. It was concluded that “the whole-body exposure of healthy mice to low-intensity EHF EMR has a profound effect on the indices of nonspecific immunity”.
#6 – EFFECTS ON CELL GROWTH RATES
A 2016 Armenian study observed MMWs at low intensity, mirroring the future environment brought about by 5G. Their study conducted on E-coli and other bacteria stated that the waves had depressed their growth as well as “changing properties and activity” of the cells. The concern is that it would do the same to human cells.
#7 – EFFECTS ON BACTERIA RESISTANCE
The very same Armenian study also suggested that MMW’s effects are mainly on water, cell plasma membrane, and genome too. They had found that MMW’s interaction with bacteria altered their sensitivity to “different biologically active chemicals, including antibiotics.” More specifically, the combination of MMW and antibiotics showed that it may be leading to antibiotic resistance in bacteria.
This groundbreaking finding could have a magnum effect on the health of human beings as the bandwidth is rolled out nationwide. The concern is that we develop a lower resistance to bacteria as our cells become more vulnerable – and we become more vulnerable.
#8 – EFFECTS ON PLANT HEALTH
One of the features of 5G is that the MMW is particularly susceptible to being absorbed by plants and rain. Humans and animals alike consume plants as a food source. The effects MMW has on plants could leave us with food that’s not safe to consume.
Think GMOs on steroids. The water that falls from the sky onto these plants will also be irradiated. A 2010 study on aspen seedlings showed that the exposure to radio frequencies led to the leaves showing necrosis symptoms.
(Source: https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ijfr/2010/83627)
Another Armenian study found that MMWs of low intensity “invoke(s) peroxidase isoenzyme spectrum changes of wheat shoots.” Peroxidase is a stress protein existing in plants. Indications are that 5G will be particularly harmful to plants – perhaps more so than to humans.
#9 – EFFECTS ON THE ATMOSPHERE AND DEPLETION OF FOSSIL FUELS
Implementation of the 5G global wireless network requires the launching of rockets to deploy satellites for 5G. These satellites have a short lifespan which would require a lot more deployment than what we’re currently seeing. A new type of hydrocarbon rocket engine expected to power a fleet of suborbital rockets would emit black carbon which “could cause potentially significant changes in the global atmospheric circulation and distributions of ozone and temperature” according to a 2010 Californian study. Solid-state rocket exhaust contains chlorine which also destroys the ozone.
The effects on the ozone are thought to be worse than current-day CFC exposure.
Google’s Project Loon is said to bring the Internet to rural and hard-to-access areas by using helium balloons. But these balloons only have a 10-month lifespan. We’re looking at a lot of helium being used here, more than what we can possibly have on Earth.
#10 – DISRUPTION OF THE NATURAL ECOSYSTEM
Since the year 2000, there have been reports of birds abandoning their nests as well as health issues like “plumage deterioration, locomotion problems, reduced survivorship, and death,” says researcher Alfonso Balmori. Bird species that are affected by these low levels, of non-ionizing microwave radiation are the House Sparrows, Rock Doves, White Storks, Collared Doves, and Magpies, among others.
But it’s not just the birds. The declining bee population is also said to be linked to this non-ionizing EMF radiation. It reduces the egg-laying abilities of the queen leading to a decline in colony strength.
A study conducted by Chennai’s Loyola College in 2012 concluded that out of 919 research studies carried out on birds, plants, bees, and other animals and humans, 593 of them showed impacts from RF-EMF radiations. 5G will be adding to the effects of this electrosmog.
#11 – MOST 5G STUDIES MIS-LEADING
5G will use pulsed millimeter waves to carry information. But as Dr. Joel Moskowitz points out, most 5G studies are misleading because they do not pulse the waves. This is important because research on microwaves already tells us how pulsed waves have more profound biological effects on our bodies compared to non-pulsed waves. Previous studies, for instance, show how pulse rates of the frequencies led to gene toxicity and DNA strand breaks.
LIVE TESTING HAS ALREADY BEGUN
AT&T has announced the availability of its 5G Evolution in Austin, Texas. 5G Evolution allows Samsung S8 and S8 + users access to faster speeds. This is part of AT&T’s plan to lay the 5G foundation while the standards are being finalized. AT&T has eyes on 19 other metropolitan areas such as Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, and so on. With Indianapolis to follow.
Charter, the second-largest cable operator in the US, has been approved for an experimental 28 GHz license in Los Angeles. The outdoor tests will use fixed transmitters with a 1 km or smaller effective radius.
Qualcomm has already demonstrated a 5G antenna system with about 27 decibel gain. According to ABI Research, is “about 10 to 12 more DB than a typical cellular base station antenna.” Not a good sign.
Many more private sector companies such as HTC, Oracle, Sprint, and T-Mobile are playing a role in the development of testing platforms by contributing time, knowledge, or money.
In the UK the 3.4GHz band has been earmarked for 5G use with contracts awarded to O2, Vodaphone, EE, and Three. While the 2.3GHz band, awarded to O2, is likely to be used for 5G too in time.
Call to Action
Research and pre-testing are rampant by companies who are interested to tap into the lucrative waters of 5G. But few are willing to research its effects on health. The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) guidelines remain essentially unchanged since 1998, not allowing for the recognition of radiofrequency microwave radiation and MMWs as harmful unless there is a heating effect. But a few experts are speaking out.
Dariusz Leszczynski from the University of Helsinki and also a former member of the International Agency Research on Cancer is one of them. He has brought to attention to ICNIRP’s intention to classify skin as limbs. Limbs are paid lesser attention to when classifying exposure levels. Research indicates that MMWs affect the skin and the eyes the most. If the skin is classified as a limb, this will pave the way for industry giants to introduce even higher exposures and put more people at risk.
The Global Union Against Radiation Deployment from Space (GUARD) addressed a letter to the FCC in September of 2016, bringing to their attention the harm 5G will inflict. GUARD warned the FCC that 5G violates Article 3 of The UN Declaration of Human Rights which states that “everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security of person.” The document is laden with research, information, and global support.
To learn how to write, call or email the relevant agencies to protest against the 5G deployment go here parentsforsafetechnology.org
WHAT EXPERTS ARE SAYING
Here’s what experts are saying about 5G:
“Along with the 5G, there is another thing coming – the Internet of Things. If you look at it combined the radiation level is going to increase tremendously and yet the industry is very excited about it…. they project 5G/IoT business to be a $7 trillion business.”
-Prof. Girish Kumar, Professor at Electrical Engineering Department at IIT Bombay
“The new 5G wireless technology involves millimeter waves (extremely high frequencies) producing photons of much greater energy than even 4G and WiFi. Allowing this technology to be used without proving its safety is reckless in the extreme, as the millimeter waves are known to have a profound effect on all parts of the human body.”
-Prof. Trevor Marshall, Director Autoimmunity Research Foundation, California
“The plans to beam highly penetrative 5G mill wave radiation at us from space must surely be one of the greatest follies ever conceived of by mankind. There will be nowhere safe to live.”
-Olga Sheean former WHO employee and author of ‘No Safe Place
“It would irradiate everyone, including the most vulnerable to harm from radiofrequency radiation: pregnant women, unborn children, young children, teenagers, men of reproductive age, the elderly, the disabled, and the chronically ill.”
—Ronald Powell, Ph.D., Letter to FCC on 5G expansion
How To Protect Yourself From 5G
My 3 step approach for dealing with EMFs can be summarized as:
- Understand your exposures. Understand the different types of EMFs and how they behave – hence the need to read (and share) articles like this one.
- Measure – use an EMF meter to obtain readings and identify hotspots.
- Mitigate your exposure. This means either eliminating the source, moving further away from the source of radiation, or shielding your body.
I recommend the same approach with 5G. There is a concern that current EMF meters are not able to measure the frequencies of MMWs. On this point, researcher Alasdair Philips from Powerwatch states “current RF meters cover the frequency ranges proposed for most 5G use in the next three years”.
Endless Possibilities For The Future
5G may bring about a new form of the industrial revolution, human connectivity, and even a new reality. It offers endless possibilities for the future.
We do need more research. But already what is clear, as the research I’ve shared here indicates, is that there are real dangers.
This is why it is even more important to take action to protect yourself and your loved ones. Please share this article with your friends and family.
Sources include:
A 5G Wireless Future – Dr. Cindy Russell
Latest on 5G Spectrum – EMFields Solutions Ltd
IJMTER ISSN (online) 2349 – 9745 Evolution of Mobile Generation Technology: 1G to 5G and Review of Upcoming Wireless Technology 5G by Lopa J. Vora
https://5g.co.uk/news/5g-spectrum-auction-results/4336/
https://www.radiomagonline.com/trends/at-t-charter-experimenting-in-los-angeles-with-5g-using-28-ghz-spectru
