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A Guide to Tinnitus

by Manya Verma Health care and lifestyle

Introduction


Tinnitus is the ringing sound in the ear that no one else can hear except for the person with the condition. The noise can be continuous or intermittent. The intensity of the sound can vary from high pitched to soft and can be heard in just one ear or both. One of the ear specialist doctor in Chandigarh says that about 10-15% of the population experience tinnitus. It is also observed that the condition becomes more prevalent with age and effects men and women equally.

Causes

Though the exact and definite causes of tinnitus aren’t known but as per an ENT specialist in Panchkula, some of the following injuries and illnesses can be a possible cause:

·       Heart disease or high blood pressure

·       Infections in the ear or sinuses

·       Side effects of some drugs

·       Blow to the head

·       Exposure to loud explosions or to extremely loud music

·       Hearing loss

·       Buildup of ear wax

·       Dental problems

·       Certain types of tumours


Diagnosis


The first step if you are experiencing the symptoms of tinnitus is to visit an ENT specialist near you. One of the ENT hospital in Panchkula says that 1 out of every 5 patients complaining of tinnitus can be diagnosed with an extensive questionnaire regarding the recent accidents, stress levels etc.

To diagnose and confirm the condition, doctor will need to perform one or all of the following tests to trace the source of the noise:

·       Computed Tomography Scan (CT Scan)

·       Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

·       Hearing Test


However, there are no objective tests for tinnitus. The diagnosis is based on symptoms, medical history your description to the doctor.


Treatment


One of the best hospital in Gurgaon says that treatment of tinnitus is dependent on the cause. Since the presence of tinnitus is more like a symptom rather than an illness, hence getting rid of the cause can help to get rid of the sound. According to one of the best hospital in Patna, the following can help treat the sounds:

·       Antibiotics in case of infection

·       Removing obstructions or wax from the ear canal

·       Changing medications in case of side-effects

·       Treating neurological illnesses

·       Counselling for stress or depression

·       dental work


According to a multispeciality hospital in Chandigarh, if the cause of tinnitus is not clear, there are ways to learn to live with it. People with such severe cases use a technique called, masking. As the name suggests, a device is worn by the patient at all times which compliments the tinnitus sound with another soothing sound.

Prevention


If one has a history of tinnitus, it's recommended to stay out of situations that can make it worse. This includes avoiding noisy places and keeping music at a soothing level. One of the top 10 hospitals in Chandigarh urges the patients to be stay away from caffeine and smoke, as these can irritate tinnitus.


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