Having ears that won’t stop ringing can be enough to drive you insane. Many people deal with occasional bouts of ringing ears. While many cases of ringing ears can eventually resolve themselves, sometimes constant ear ringing may indicate a more significant issue. If you’re wondering what you can do about your ringing ears, here are a few things that may help your symptoms and give you the peace you need.
Causes Of Ringing Ears
Ear ringing can seem like a strange problem, but many people find themselves struggling with it. In most cases, a condition called Tinnitus can contribute to ringing ears. Tinnitus is a condition characterized by hearing several kinds of noises in your ears without the presence of a noise source. Some of the noises you may notice can include
- Ringing
- Clicking
- Buzzing
- Hissing
How Can Tinnitus Happen?
Many factors can cause Tinnitus to develop. One common cause of Tinnitus is age-related hearing loss. As we age, the tiny hairs in our inner ear, the cochlea, can change in shape, either becoming bent or broken. The cochlea’s primary responsibility is to move in response to sound waves. As the cochlea move, it transmits a message to your brain, letting it know that it has just heard a sound. If the cochlea change shape, it can disrupt the transmission of sound waves to the brain and indicate symptoms of Tinnitus.
Along with hearing loss, other possible causes of Tinnitus can include:
- Ear Infections
- Stiffening of your middle ear bones
- Meniere’s Disease
- TMJ issues
While these are some of the possible causes of Tinnitus, no one factor is solely responsible for the condition.
Treating Tinnitus
Finding a treatment for your Tinnitus symptoms depends on their severity and your doctor’s recommendations. Some ways your doctor may treat Tinnitus involve anxiety medications, antidepressants, a white noise machine, or relaxation techniques. While there are many treatment options for Tinnitus, the best option depends on your symptoms and what your doctor recommends.
If you’ve been having trouble with ringing ears, we can help. Please schedule a consultation by calling our New York office at 212-873-6036.
