Ringing in the ears, known as tinnitus, can be very
annoying. For many who experience
tinnitus, it can be intermittent or constant.
Tinnitus generally accompanies hearing loss, but in rare cases may be a
symptom of a more serious health issue.
There are several things you can do to minimize tinnitus:
- Avoid exposure to loud sound and noise
- If you have high blood pressure, seek a physician’s help to control it
- Decrease your intake of salt
- Avoid stimulants such as coffee, tea, cola and tobacco
- Exercise daily to improve circulation
- Get adequate rest and avoid fatigue
Hearing aids can help to manage tinnitus. Amplifying sound and producing ambient noise,
hearing aids are believed to reduce the loudness and prominence of
tinnitus. Often, hearing aids are
recommended to manage this annoying phenomenon.
The first step you should take is to receive a complete
Audiological Evaluation by an audiologist.
This will provide information regarding the nature and degree of your
hearing loss and determine if you are gaining benefit from your present hearing
aids. Current technology allows the
hearing instruments to somewhat compensate for the tinnitus. These steps may assist you in dealing with
this very anxiety provoking problem.
May is Better Hearing Month! Schedule a baseline hearing test today. Call and schedule an appointment with an audiologist.
Life sounds great! Enjoy every moment!
Jane Kukula, Au.D.Paula Webster, M.A.
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This is great advice. I'm always impressed with how much a healthy lifestyle can improve minor ailments. It's incredible what a good night's sleep can do for me. However, some things do need to be looked at by a professional. http://www.hearingmemphis.com/our-family/
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