Services

Tinnitus Treatment and Management

Understand your symptoms. Explore your options.

Ringing, buzzing, or other sounds can affect sleep, concentration, and daily life. An evaluation considers your symptoms, hearing, and health history, including whether medical assessment is needed. Ask this practice about its tinnitus services and available appointments.

When to seek medical care

Seek medical attention immediately if tinnitus comes with sudden hearing loss. Tinnitus that follows your heartbeat, occurs only in one ear, or comes with dizziness, ear pain, drainage, or bleeding needs medical assessment.

Understanding the Sound

What Is Tinnitus?

Not every experience is the same.

Tinnitus means hearing a sound without an external source. It may sound like ringing, buzzing, hissing, or pulsing, and may occur in one or both ears. It can be constant or come and go.

There is no universal cure. Evaluation and management focus on your symptoms and their impact; outcomes vary.

Evaluation and Referral

Factors Associated with Tinnitus

Several factors may contribute.

Tinnitus may be associated with hearing loss, noise exposure, earwax or ear conditions, some medicines, and other health issues. Sometimes no cause is identified.

A hearing assessment provides useful information but does not rule out every medical cause. Discuss new symptoms and medicines with your healthcare provider; do not stop prescribed medication on your own.

Tinnitus Management Options

Sound Therapy

Background sound or sound-generating devices may help make tinnitus less noticeable. A provider can discuss suitable sound options and comfortable listening levels; benefit varies.

Hearing Aids with Tinnitus Features

For people who also have hearing loss, hearing aids may support hearing and make tinnitus less noticeable. Some devices offer sound-generation features. Suitability and available features depend on the person and device.

Counseling and Education

Education and coping strategies can help reduce tinnitus-related distress. Cognitive behavioral therapy may help with the impact on daily life. Ask which support the practice provides and whether referral to an appropriately qualified professional is needed.

Supporting Your Well-Being

Daily Habits and Support

Supportive habits are not a cure.

Discuss sleep difficulties, stress, and the effect of tinnitus on daily life with your healthcare provider.

  • Protect your hearing from harmful noise.
  • Explore relaxation and sleep-support strategies.
  • Discuss background sound if quiet makes tinnitus more noticeable.

Discuss Your Tinnitus Concerns

Contact the practice to confirm its tinnitus evaluation and support options, appointment availability, and any charges. Recommendations depend on your needs and the services offered.