Tinnitus effects 50 million Americans
(nearly one in six of us).
Most sufferers describe the sound as "ringing in ears," though others describe it as hissing, buzzing, whistling, roaring and even chirping.
what is it?
Tinnitus is a condition in which a person perceives sound that is not actually present in the environment. It is often described as “ringing in the ears” but can include virtually any type of sound including whooshing, hissing, or whistling. There are many possible causes for tinnitus but most cases are related to damage to the auditory system.
what caUSES it?
According to Starkey Hearing Technologies, experts aren’t exactly sure of the physical cause of tinnitus, but several sources are known to trigger or make it worse, including:
Loud noises and hearing loss
Exposure to loud noises can destroy the non-regenerative cilia (tiny hairs) in the cochlea, causing permanent tinnitus and/or hearing loss.Aging
As you age, those same cilia gradually deteriorate, which can lead to tinnitus and/or hearing loss.Ototoxic medications
Some prescription medications such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and antidepressants are harmful to the inner ear as well as the nerve fibers connecting the cochlea to the brain.Hearing conditions
Conditions such as otosclerosis and Ménière’s disease are known to cause tinnitus.Health conditions
Tinnitus can also be a symptom of health conditions like cardiovascular disease, hypertension, stress and head injuries.
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Contact
South Suburban Hearing Health Center is here to help you to learn more about how hearing loss affects you and what can be done. You can browse our web site for more information on hearing aids, here.