Tinnitus itself doesn’t directly affect your hearing ability. However, it can be a symptom of an underlying hearing loss condition.

While tinnitus itself doesn’t cause other health problems, it can significantly impact your quality of life, leading to sleep disturbances, anxiety, and depression.

Tinnitus can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

Noise-induced hearing loss

Ear infections

Meniere’s disease

Head or neck injuries

Certain medications

Underlying medical conditions

The duration of tinnitus treatment varies depending on the individual and the severity of the condition. It may take several weeks or months to see significant improvement.

Best Hear Swansea offers a range of treatments to help manage tinnitus symptoms, including:

Acoustic CR® Neuromodulation: A non-invasive therapy that can help retrain your brain to reduce tinnitus perception.

Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT): A cognitive-behavioural therapy that helps you cope with tinnitus and reduce its impact on your daily life.

Sound Therapy: Using specific sounds to mask tinnitus and provide relief.

Relaxation Techniques: Stress management techniques like meditation and deep breathing can help alleviate tinnitus symptoms.

Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound is present. It often manifests as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or roaring sounds in the ears.

In some cases, tinnitus can worsen, especially if it’s caused by ongoing exposure to loud noise or an underlying medical condition.

While there’s currently no cure for tinnitus, effective treatments can significantly reduce its impact on your life.

Here are some tips to help you cope with tinnitus:

Limit exposure to loud noise

Manage stress

Get enough sleep

Avoid caffeine and alcohol

Consider hearing aids

Seek professional help

If you’re experiencing persistent tinnitus, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the underlying cause and discuss appropriate treatment options.