Tinnitus can be an incredibly debilitating condition that affects a wide range of people, but it’s often misunderstood. Read on to get a better understanding of Tinnitus, and more of an idea of what those suffering from it might be going through.
Tinnitus explained
If a person can hear a ringing sound in one of their ears, or both, and that sound isn’t coming from anywhere externally and cannot be heard by others, Tinnitus is likely to be the culprit.
It can be caused by a number of different factors, such as those listed below:
- Hearing loss that is related to age
- An injury to the ear
- Circulatory system issues
Fortunately, with Lenire Tinnitus Treatment in Birmingham and expert guidance from a registered audiologist, you can successfully relieve the symptoms of Tinnitus, and make your everyday life more comfortable.
What are some common Tinnitus symptoms?
While most sufferers describe hearing a constant ringing sound in their ears, Tinnitus is also associated with some other symptoms:
- Clicking
- Buzzing
- Hissing
- Roaring
- Humming
It’s important to note however, that each person may experience different symptoms of Tinnitus, and that symptoms aren’t always continually present, and may instead, come and go.
Making life miserable for many sufferers, Tinnitus can cause lapses in concentration and focus, and may even make it harder for them to hear noises externally.
What impact can Tinnitus have on sufferers?
There are unfortunately a number of different ways in which people’s lives are affected when suffering with Tinnitus, and it may have an impact in ways other than those listed below:
Sleep deprivation
Having Tinnitus can cause significant disruption to one’s sleep patterns, and as symptoms tend to worsen during the night, the constant noise may well deprive the sufferer of much-needed rest.
Some sufferers recommend sleeping with an external noise or some kind of sound machine to minimize Tinnitus’s impact.
Lack of concentration
Tinnitus can make it extremely difficult for people living with the condition to concentrate properly and focus on tasks. This may have a negative impact not only on their personal life, but on their work life, too.
Mental health
There are multiple ways in which the condition can impact negatively on an individual’s mental health, but making them feel constantly tired and isolated, are two significant factors.
Because Tinnitus can make it hard for a person to hear others, particularly when in crowded or noisy environments, it can cause them to retreat from public life and avoid interacting with others on a social basis. The fatigue they may also be experiencing from repeated nights without restful sleep, can make them feel less than willing to do anything outside of their work or home environment.
Loss of hearing
Although Tinnitus does not directly cause hearing loss, the two are closely linked, and if you suffer from one condition, you’re more likely to suffer with the other, too. Losing any degree of your hearing can be just as debilitating as Tinnitus, and can also cause social isolation, problems communicating, and stress and anxiety.
If you’re suffering with any of the symptoms above (or know someone for whom Tinnitus is making life a misery) and have Tinnitus or hearing loss (or both), new techniques and treatments exist now that can help significantly reduce an individual’s suffering, such as Tinnitus Lenire Therapy in Birmingham. Tinnitus is better understood now than ever before, and seeking treatment from a registered and experienced audiologist can help you get back to living life to its fullest, from the comfort of your own home.
