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Tinnitus causes vary for each individual due to several reasons. Since personal health conditions are unique to each of us, tinnitus is a symptom of other complications occurring in the body. An infection of the inner ear, an excess build up of ear wax, a dental problem, high blood pressure, even the use of a common OTC drug could have an effect on the development of tinnitus. In my case it developed after a long motor-cycle journey without the protection of a helmet for noise reduction. In general it shows up in individuals as the result of exposure to loud noises. The unique tinnitus causes are not easy to pinpoint.
How is it that two people can go to the same concert, stand too close to the speakers for several hours with one person awakening the next morning with an awful ring in their ear and the other does not? Can it be a matter of loud noise exposure over time? In my case, I spent a year working around diesel generators with-out ear protection and attended numerous rock concerts. I may have stressed my ears to a point where the next time I exposed myself to prolonged high noise contact; it happened. There are several famous musicians who suffer from tinnitus so there may be some credence to this theory. Neil Young, Peter Townsend, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton and Pete Seger are examples to name a few of those who suffer from tinnitus.
Loud noises and especially prolonged exposure to them is certainly on the top of the list as one of the major tinnitus causes. There are many other factors that have been mentioned as well. Studies have found correlations with the use of aspirin and other OTC or prescription drugs. Ringing in the ears has shown up in individuals who have an excess build up of ear wax or an ear infection. It is also possible to damage the tiny fibers in the cochlea or inner ear which may cause tinnitus or even permanent hearing loss.
Some people have developed the hissing and ringing ears due to a sinus or dental complications. High blood pressure and other physical health complications are also listed as possible causes. Most likely it is a combination of some of these factors that set up the conditions for developing tinnitus.
The bottom line is to reduce your exposure to loud noise. Sound over 85 decibels is not good for the human ear. This means you should own a pair of ear plugs or hearing protectors and use them when operating your workshop tools and lawn mower.
There is hope for the tinnitus sufferer, although it is a symptom of many potential causes, it can be reduced or even cured. The first step is to identify the tinnnitus causes and then to change the lifestyle that is contributing to it. Avoiding loud noise situations, changing your diet, getting more exercise, reducing and learning to deal with stress are some good places to start.
