If you hear ringing in your ears, it is a sign that you are suffering from… | April 25, 2025

Tinnitus, or the perception of ringing, buzzing, whistling or clicking in the ears without an external source, can be frustrating and annoying. It affects many people and can have a variety of causes, including exposure to loud noises, stress or underlying health conditions.

Types of
tinnitus Subjective tinnitus: Only the person affected hears the sound.
Objective tinnitus: A rare form that can sometimes be heard by a doctor during an examination.
Common causes
Exposure to loud noise: Damage to the hair cells in the inner ear caused by prolonged loud sounds.
Hearing loss: Often age-related and linked to tinnitus.
Ear blockages: A build-up of earwax, infections or fluid that affects hearing.
Health problems: Conditions such as Meniere’s disease, acoustic neuroma, or high blood pressure.
Medications: Some medications, including high doses of aspirin or antibiotics, can cause tinnitus as a side effect.
Symptoms and diagnosis
The main symptom is hearing a persistent or intermittent sound that varies in pitch and intensity.
A healthcare professional can perform a physical exam, hearing tests, and imaging to determine the cause.
Treatment and management
While there is no cure-all, several strategies can help manage tinnitus:

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