Tinnitus is the perception of sound in one or both ears, or in the head when no external sound is present. It is often described as “ringing in the ears” but is also often described as hissing, buzzing, roaring, chirping, whistling, or clicking. Tinnitus is often a symptom associated with hearing loss but can also be present with no measurable hearing deficit. In the United States more than 50 million people experience tinnitus to some degree.
Common Causes of Tinnitus:
Noise exposure—both work-related and/or recreational Ototoxicity—side effect of certain medications and dosages
Head and neck trauma—other symptoms include headaches, vertigo, and memory loss
Certain types of tumors
Other medical disorders such as Meniere’s disease, Lyme disease, cardiovascular disease, fibromyalgia and thyroid disease
Wax build up
Jaw Misalignment
Abnormal blood flow, irregularities in brain structure and brain tumors
Recommendations—Consult with your physician or an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) physician as to medical Conditions and medications. Consult your dentist or oral surgeon. Consult your audiologist about hearing Protection, hearing aids, tinnitus, maskers, or sound therapy. Tinnitus can be debilitating so don’t settle For “just live with it.”