subject: Facts about Tinnitus [print this page] Tinnitus is that condition wherein ringing, roaring, hissing, and clicking are visible in the ears. Often, these sounds are heard almost all the time and it bothers the person who does. Actually, tinnitus is often considered as a symptom associated with several forms of hearing loss. Sometimes it may also serve a a symptom of some serious health condition. Based on recent studies, about 25 million Americans have tinnitus with some cases that are so severe it meddles in the life of people. People who are suffering from severe tinnitus often experience difficulty in hearing, working or even sleeping. There are four major causes of tinnitus and if you suffer from all four, it is better to seek for tinnitus support asap. The first possible cause of tinnitus is hearing loss research has discovered that people having hearing loss problems also have tinnitus. Another probable cause is having excessive exposure to loud noise. One can get tinnitus from health conditions like allergies, tumors and other health concerns as regards the heart and blood vessels, the jaws and the neck. However a surprising if ot alarming cause of tinnitus is medication.. Yes, there are about 200 plus medicines that can cause tinnitus. So if you are already suffering from tinnitus and you are advised to be under a specific medication, ask your doctor or the pharmacist if the medicine you are taking can complicate your current condition. If you suspect yourself of having tinnitus, the best way for you to go would be to seek for tinnitus support immediately. Visit your doctor and ask him to make sure if you really do have the condition. If he finds out that indeed you have tinnitus, ask him if it is possible to figure out what it is that is causing it. He may be able to find out if it is caused by your blood pressure, your kidney function, diet and certain allergies that you might be having. Aside from that, you might also want to ask your doctor whether your tinnitus is related to any kind of medicine that you are taking. The best person to consult when it comes to problems about tinnitus is an ENT doctor. You must undergo some tests and exams if necessary. If everything reveals that you are suffering from tinnitus, further discuss with the doctor about treatment procedures and hearing aids to help you deal with the condition.
