Do you have tinnitus and are wondering how to make it go away—or at least get better? You may need to work with a physician, a hearing care professional, and a behavioral therapist to find the right treatment combination for you. Because so many health conditions can trigger tinnitus, diagnosing every case is unique. A thorough […]
Continue ReadingTinnitus can sound like any number of annoying tones, including ringing, buzzing, hissing or whizzing. It can be loud, soft, or any volume in between, and the sound can range from a low-pitched roar to a high-pitched squeal. It may occur nearly constantly or come and go. When tinnitus flares up, it can be difficult to […]
Continue ReadingFor many people who experience tinnitus, a buzzing, hissing or ringing sound in the ears is something they experience all the time. This constant soundtrack is impossible to escape and it can make everyday activities and daily life more difficult. How to get relief from tinnitus Exercise and relaxation can help you manage your body’s stress response […]
Continue ReadingIf you have pressure or pain in one ear, dizziness, hearing loss, and a ringing or roaring noise—also known as tinnitus—it could be Meniere’s disease. Swelling and pressure in the inner ear is the likely trigger of Meniere’s disease symptoms. What is Meniere’s disease? Named for the French doctor who discovered the disease, Meniere’s is an inner ear disorder […]
Continue ReadingDizziness is one of the most frequent reasons people seek out a doctor, and it can be caused by a wide array of illnesses and conditions. If you are experiencing dizziness, a thorough medical evaluation is important. What is dizziness? Dizziness is one of the most common reasons people see a doctor. Dizziness is a disruption […]
Continue ReadingTinnitus is a complex condition with many potential causes and risk factors. Tinnitus can also occur for no apparent reason in otherwise healthy people. Musicians are at high risk of tinnitus. For example, even though years of loud noise exposure is a risk factor, not all people exposed to loud noise develop tinnitus. However, there is […]
Continue ReadingWhat is BPPV? Sometimes referred to simply as “positional vertigo,” benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common balance disorder that causes sudden dizziness upon moving. It is one of the most common causes of vertigo. Symptoms of BPPV The sole symptom is dizziness that occurs during or after body movements. Imagine waking up in the […]
Continue ReadingTinnitus is defined as a ringing or buzzing in the ears. Tinnitus is subjective, meaning you can hear it, but other people can’t. About 1 out of every 10 Americans has tinnitus, and it’s especially common among U.S. veterans. People who have tinnitus often describe it as a buzzing, whooshing, or ringing in the ears. Symptoms of […]
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