Tinnitus

The sensation of sound when there is no external sound is known as tinnitus. It’s often described as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or humming in the ears. Tinnitus can be temporary or chronic, and it varies in intensity from person to person.

Common Causes of Tinnitus

Several factors can cause tinnitus, including:

• Exposure to Loud Noise: Prolonged exposure to loud noises can damage the tiny hair cells in the inner ear, leading to tinnitus.
• Ear Infections: Infections can cause inflammation and fluid build-up, affecting hearing.
• Hearing Loss: One prevalent cause of tinnitus is age-related hearing loss.
• Ear Blockages: Earwax or foreign objects in the ear can lead to tinnitus.
• Medications: Certain drugs may aggravate or cause tinnitus.

Head Injuries: Trauma to the head or neck can impact hearing and cause tinnitus.

Who is Affected by Tinnitus?

Tinnitus can affect anyone, but it’s more common in:

• Older Adults: Age-related hearing loss often leads to tinnitus.
• People Exposed to Loud Noises: Workers in noisy environments or frequent concert-goers.
• Military Personnel: Exposure to loud explosions and gunfire can cause tinnitus.

Treatment Options for Tinnitus

• Sound Therapy: Uses external noise to mask the tinnitus sounds. This can include white noise machines, hearing aids with masking features, or sound generators.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you change the way you think about and react to tinnitus, reducing stress and anxiety.
• Hearing Aids: If you have hearing loss, hearing aids can amplify external sounds, making tinnitus less noticeable.
• Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT): Combines sound therapy with counselling to help you get used to tinnitus sounds.
• Medications: In some cases, medications can help reduce the severity of tinnitus symptoms.
• Lifestyle Changes: Reducing stress, avoiding loud noises, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can improve symptoms.

Advanced Speech Hearing and Balance Clinic

For the best tinnitus treatment, the Advanced Speech Hearing and Balance Clinic is the place to go. We offer comprehensive tinnitus management services tailored to your specific needs.

• Experienced Specialists: Our team includes experienced audiologists who specialise in tinnitus treatment.
• Customised Treatment Plans: We provide personalised treatment plans based on the severity and cause of your tinnitus.
• Advanced Technologies: The clinic uses the latest technologies in sound therapy and hearing aids.
• Supportive Environment: We offer counselling and support to help you manage the emotional aspects of tinnitus.

Tinnitus can be a challenging condition to live with, but with the right treatment and support, it can be managed effectively. If you or someone you know is struggling with tinnitus, don’t hesitate to seek help. The Advanced Speech Hearing and Balance Clinic offers top-notch care and personalized treatment plans to help you find relief. Take the first step towards better hearing health and reclaim your peace of mind.