What is Tinnitus
Silence the noise – discover how to take charge of tinnitus and reclaim the sounds of your life with confidence.
The sound that isn't there
Are you experiencing tinnitus? Then you are not alone. 25 million Americans suffer from some sort of ringing or buzzing in the ears. While tinnitus is more common in people over the age of 60, these noises can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background.
Tinnitus is a common condition affecting millions. While it sounds different for everyone, it is characterized by a buzzing, whirring, hissing or pulsing sound that only the afflicted hears. These noises can affect anyone with no restriction to age, gender or background. However, tinnitus is more common in people over the age of 60.
There are two categories of tinnitus. Subjective tinnitus is most common, is undetectable and can only be heard by the affected person. In contrast, Objective tinnitus is sound emanating from the person’s ear canal, so can be measured externally.
Both types of tinnitus are thought to be the result of damage to microscopic hairs in the ear that send electrical signals to the brain when triggered by sound. Those hairs can be damaged by:
Age-related Hearing Loss
Ear Infection or blockage
Injury to head or inner ear
Circulatory Issues
The causes of tinnitus
Why are my ears ringing? While the precise triggers are still unknown, studies indicate that tinnitus can stem from various causes, including exposure to loud noises, certain health conditions, medications, and even stress. It happens when your inner ear experiences the perception of sound, often unrelated to any external source. Tinnitus could involve hearing loss, where your brain receives fewer sound signals, leading to unexplained whistling, clicking, or high or low-pitched ringing in the absence of actual sound.
Easing Tinnitus Symptoms
Lifestyle adjustments, like reducing caffeine and managing stress, alongside tinnitus management programs and certain medications can significantly ease your symptoms. White noise machines offer a soothing backdrop to minimize and merge tinnitus into less noticeable sounds.
The advantage of managing your tinnitus:
- Regain peaceful nights
- Enhance concentration
- Improve communication
- Lower stress levels
- Enjoy social settings
- Boost overall well-being
Modern hearing aids equipped with tinnitus masking features play gentle, ambient sounds directly into your ear, overshadowing the tinnitus noise. This combination of tools and techniques provides a comprehensive support system that caters to personal needs and enhances daily comfort in managing tinnitus. These products can be purchased from our Online Shop or ask our staff during your next in-clinic appointment.
A holistic approach to managing symptoms
At AudioNova, we can help you manage your individual symptoms through our personalized approach to tinnitus care. By integrating innovative hearing technologies with targeted support, we align solutions to your specific tinnitus experience. From initial assessment to ongoing therapy, our team offers guidance every step of the way. Together, we explore treatments that not only address the symptoms but also improve your overall hearing health, ensuring a strategy as individual as your hearing journey. Take the first step toward serenity today.
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