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All About Tinnitus

All About Tinnitus

Tinnitus can be anything from a mildly annoying sound to a loud noise that interferes with everyday activities. But what exactly is tinnitus, what causes it, and what can you do about it? Here’s everything you need to know about tinnitus.


WHAT IS TINNITUS?


Tinnitus is a sound that only you can hear. This noise is not caused by any external sounds and you are the only one who can hear your tinnitus. Tinnitus noise can sound like:


• Ringing

• Buzzing

• Roaring

• Whooshing

• Hissing

• squealing

• Clicking

Pulsing


If you hear these or any other phantom sounds, you are experiencing tinnitus. Tinnitus can be high or low pitched. It can be loud or soft, and affect one or both ears.


Some people will experience temporary tinnitus that only lasts for a few minutes or hours. Others have recurring tinnitus that they hear several times a week. And some may experience permanent tinnitus that never quite seems to go away.


WHAT CAUSES TINNITUS?


It is very difficult to pinpoint exactly what caused your tinnitus. However, there are a number of common causes that can make your tinnitus worse. These include:


Hearing loss: Tinnitus and hearing loss often appear together. That’s because the same cells that help you hear are the cells that can cause tinnitus. When the tiny cells in the inner ear are damaged, you will have hearing loss. When these cells are damaged, you’re also far more likely to experience tinnitus. Both age-related hearing loss and noise-induced hearing loss are linked to tinnitus.


Ear infections: Another common cause of tinnitus are ear infections. When you have an ear infection, the ear canal or middle ear gets blocked. This can cause tinnitus. Once the ear infection clears, the tinnitus may disappear.


• Injuries: A head, neck, or ear injury can damage the inner ear or the auditory regions in the brain. When this happens, you’re more likely to experience hearing loss and tinnitus.


• Eustachian tube dysfunction: The tube that connects the middle ear to the back of the throat regulates the air pressure in your ears, and drains any fluid buildup in the ear. If the Eustachian tubes aren’t functioning correctly, you may experience tinnitus.


Smoking: Smoking can increase your risk of experiencing tinnitus. Smoking affects blood oxygen levels, and can lead to damage in the inner ear.


TREATING TINNITUS


Tinnitus cannot be cured. There is no way to completely stop the tinnitus sounds. However, you do have several treatment options that can help you manage tinnitus.


Hearing Aids: By treating your hearing loss with hearing aids, you can reduce your experience of tinnitus. You can reduce your symptoms by making it easier for your ears and brain to hear more of the sounds around you.


Earwax Removal: If your tinnitus is caused by a blockage in your ear canal, then removing any buildup of earwax can reduce your symptoms. We recommend having your doctor or hearing specialist irrigate your ear canal. This uses water to flush out the ear canal and remove excess earwax.


White noise machine: You can reduce tinnitus symptoms by masking the phantom sounds. A white noise machine can produce a sound or static that can make your tinnitus fade into that background. This can be especially helpful at night when your tinnitus seems especially loud.


Relaxation techniques: Feeling stressed can make your tinnitus louder and more noticeable. One way to manage these symptoms is with relaxation techniques such as breathing exercises or mindfulness exercises. Reducing stress can reduce tinnitus.


TINNITUS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS


One of the best treatment options is to wear hearing aids with tinnitus management programs. These programs are calibrated to match your unique tinnitus, including the pitch and volume of your tinnitus. You can choose to play white noise, pink noise, nature sounds, or your own music. These sounds will mask the tinnitus sounds, making it barely noticeable.


Tinnitus programs are fully customizable, and they’ll give you professional support. You can enjoy your day and your evening without stressing about tinnitus. At the same time, these devices will help you hear all the sounds around you, making it easier to connect with loved ones and catch every word of every conversation. Visit us today to find out more about hearing aids with tinnitus treatment options.

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