Tinnitus
What is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the sound of ringing, roaring, buzzing, or clicking that occurs
inside the head. The sounds may come and go, be continuous, occur in one or both
ears, and vary in pitch. Currently, more than 12 million people in the US suffer
from some degree of tinnitus. Of these individuals, at least 1 million
experience it so severely that it interferes with their daily activities,
according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communications
Disorders.
What causes tinnitus?
Tinnitus may result from a variety of causes, including:
- damage to the nerve endings in the inner ear
- stiffening of bones in the middle ear
- advancing age
- exposure to loud noises
- allergy
- high or low blood pressure
- tumor
- diabetes
- thyroid problems
- head or neck injury
- reaction to certain medications
Treatment for tinnitus:
Specific treatment for tinnitus will be determined by your physician based on:
- your age, overall health, and medical history
- extent of the disease
- your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, or therapies
- expectations for the course of the disease
- your opinion or preference
Currently, there is no known cure for tinnitus. However, experts suggest
trying one of the following to find relief:
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