TINNITUS TREATMENT

Overview

Do you hear a ringing, roaring, clicking, or hissing sound in your ears even when no sound is present externally?

Do you hear this sound often or all the time?  

Does the sound bother you a fair amount of time? If you answer ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you may have tinnitus (tinNY-tus). 

Tinnitus is often mentioned as ringing in the ear. The noise can be intermittent or constant, and it can be mild or at a level which is felt predominant. It can strike people of all ages. Tinnitus may be associated with any form of hearing loss. It can also be associated with other health problems. The noise may be loud or soft, of a low pitch or high pitch. You may hear it in one or both ears and you may hear it constantly or intermittently. Overall, tinnitus perception can be irritating and distracting. 

Audiologists at Vital Hearing are trained in tinnitus treatment and can help in providing much sought relief from tinnitus.

What causes Tinnitus? 

Tinnitus has a vast pathophysiology however most commonly it may be caused by:

  • Exposure to loud noise for a long time (or one extreme incident)
  • Medical conditions like tumours
  • Heart problems
  • Jaw or neck problems
  • Diabetes
  • Poor blood circulation High/low blood pressure
  • Head injury
  • Some medicines such as antibiotics, Anti-inflammatories, Sedatives, antidepressants, Aspirin
  • Allergies
  • Impacted wax in the ear

What are the effects of tinnitus?

Tinnitus had been known to cause a range of emotional responses ranging from mild irritation or annoyance to even suicidal depression. The various effects tinnitus has on people may include poor concentration, disrupted sleep patterns, frustration and anger, reduced patience.

What treatment is available for tinnitus?

Management of tinnitus often begins with understanding and addressing the underlying cause. The cause of the tinnitus needs to be evaluated and managing the cause often helps to reduce tinnitus. Not every treatment works for everyone, so one may need to try several techniques to find the most appropriate.

Some common treatment options for Tinnitus:

When it comes to tinnitus treatment, knowledge is your greatest ally.

Explore a variety of tried-and-true methods for managing and reducing tinnitus symptoms, ranging from lifestyle changes and sound therapy to medication therapies. With these tinnitus treatment options, you can regain control over your auditory well-being and experience a quieter, more comfortable life.

Here are some of the common tinnitus treatment options:

  • Sound Therapy: Sound therapy aims to mask or reduce the perception of tinnitus by introducing external sounds. This can be achieved through white noise machines, nature sounds, or specialized tinnitus masking devices.
  • Hearing Aids: If tinnitus is associated with hearing loss, hearing aids can be helpful. They amplify external sounds, making the tinnitus less noticeable.
  • Counseling and Education: Understanding tinnitus and learning how to manage it can reduce its impact. Counseling, often in the form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), can provide coping strategies and stress reduction techniques.
  • Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT): TRT combines counseling and sound therapy to help individuals habituate to the sound of their tinnitus.It aims to change emotional and psychological responses to tinnitus.

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FAQ'S

Tinnitus is the sense of sound in the absence of an external sound source, such as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or clicking. It is frequently described as a subjective noise that only the person experiencing it can hear. Tinnitus can be transitory or persistent, and its intensity can vary.

Tinnitus treatment solutions differ according to the underlying cause and the individual’s specific needs. Sound therapy (the use of external sounds to mask or distract from tinnitus), cognitive behavioral therapy (addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of tinnitus), medication (to manage associated symptoms such as anxiety or depression), and tinnitus retraining therapy (the combination of sound therapy and counseling techniques) are some common treatments. To establish the best treatment approach, speak with a healthcare professional such as an audiologist or ENT specialist.

A tinnitus audiologist is a healthcare specialist that specialises in the examination and therapy of tinnitus. They are skilled in assessing the impact of tinnitus on a person’s hearing and overall well-being, conducting extensive tinnitus assessments, and providing personalised treatment options and counselling to assist people manage their tinnitus symptoms.

While there is no known cure for tinnitus, there are some methods available to assist people properly manage their symptoms. These solutions may include using hearing aids or other sound-generating devices to provide relief and promote habituation, incorporating relaxation techniques and stress management strategies, implementing lifestyle changes such as limiting exposure to loud noise and managing underlying health conditions, and seeking help from tinnitus support groups or counselling services.

Tinnitus can improve or be cured on its own in certain circumstances, particularly if it is related with a transitory condition, such as exposure to loud noise or certain drugs. However, complete eradication of chronic or persistent tinnitus may be impossible. Treatment frequently focuses on managing and lowering the burden of tinnitus on a person’s everyday life, strengthening coping skills, and increasing overall quality of life. Each person’s tinnitus experience is unique, and the goal is to develop personalised solutions that provide the most relief while minimising the perception of tinnitus.