Ringing In The Ears or Running of the Bulls?
I think most of us, at one time or another, have experienced the proverbial ringing in the ears. Some describe it as a buzzing, or a hissing, and even a roaring sound - can you hear the bulls? Usually the sound only lasts a short while and then, thankfully, is gone.
The presence of a constant, annoying ringing in the ears that does not go away or get better is known as tinnitus. It is a sound that no one else is hearing and that does not come from your immediate surroundings. But you are certainly hearing it well enough! Often it keeps pace with your heartbeat or with your breathing. Sometimes it will be constant, other-times intermittent, coming and going. Most commonly, tinnitus is experienced in those over the age of 40, and is more problematic in men than women.
Dealing with tinnitus and getting rid of the ringing in the ears is possible. Too many tinnitus sufferers give up and think that they are just going to have to live with the annoying effects of tinnitus for the rest of their lives... that there simply isn't any treatment for tinnitus. But this does not have to be the case. There are natural remedies for tinnitus that work for many people and also homeopathic tinnitus remedies that have been known to be quite helpful in alleviating the ringing in the ears.
Generally There Are Two Types Of Tinnitus:
Pulsatile Tinnitus - This will sound like a heartbeat and is often brought about by sounds that are actually created by changes in the ear canal, blood flow difficulties in the neck or face, and even muscle movements near the ear. This type of ringing in the ears is often described as "hearing your own pulse."
Nonpulsatile Tinnitus - This type is basically caused by nerve damage. Somehow, the microscopic ends of the hearing nerve in the inner ear have experienced trauma or damage, the result being hearing impairment or tinnitus. Often you will hear this kind of tinnitus being described as "coming from inside your head". Some people experience the ringing in one ear, others in both.
It is important to note that there are many possible reasons for tinnitus. Each persons case is individualized, and many times so are the treatments. Most commonly, ringing in the ears, or tinnitus, is related to aging. This is known as presbycusis. It can also be caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises - this is acoustic trauma.
Here are a few:
Although the causes may be many, the cures are few and far between. Most people leave the doctor's office confused and frustrated because there really is no cure for tinnitus that your doctor can offer.
It is important to do your research if you are experiencing continued ringing in the ears, because there is a good chance of finding a method that will bring about tinnitus relief for you.
The presence of a constant, annoying ringing in the ears that does not go away or get better is known as tinnitus. It is a sound that no one else is hearing and that does not come from your immediate surroundings. But you are certainly hearing it well enough! Often it keeps pace with your heartbeat or with your breathing. Sometimes it will be constant, other-times intermittent, coming and going. Most commonly, tinnitus is experienced in those over the age of 40, and is more problematic in men than women.
Dealing with tinnitus and getting rid of the ringing in the ears is possible. Too many tinnitus sufferers give up and think that they are just going to have to live with the annoying effects of tinnitus for the rest of their lives... that there simply isn't any treatment for tinnitus. But this does not have to be the case. There are natural remedies for tinnitus that work for many people and also homeopathic tinnitus remedies that have been known to be quite helpful in alleviating the ringing in the ears.
Generally There Are Two Types Of Tinnitus:
Pulsatile Tinnitus - This will sound like a heartbeat and is often brought about by sounds that are actually created by changes in the ear canal, blood flow difficulties in the neck or face, and even muscle movements near the ear. This type of ringing in the ears is often described as "hearing your own pulse."
Nonpulsatile Tinnitus - This type is basically caused by nerve damage. Somehow, the microscopic ends of the hearing nerve in the inner ear have experienced trauma or damage, the result being hearing impairment or tinnitus. Often you will hear this kind of tinnitus being described as "coming from inside your head". Some people experience the ringing in one ear, others in both.
It is important to note that there are many possible reasons for tinnitus. Each persons case is individualized, and many times so are the treatments. Most commonly, ringing in the ears, or tinnitus, is related to aging. This is known as presbycusis. It can also be caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises - this is acoustic trauma.
There are many factors to what causes ringing in the ears.
Here are a few:
- Earwax buildup
- Medication - most notably, antibiotics or large quantities of aspirin
- Excessive consumption of alcohol or caffeine
- Malnutrition - especially from severe weight loss or extreme dieting
- Barotrauma - a quick change in environmental pressure
- Injuries - a severe and direct blow to the head or ear
- Whiplash
- Dental problems
- Nerve problems - multiple sclerosis, (neurological disorders)
- Migraines
Although the causes may be many, the cures are few and far between. Most people leave the doctor's office confused and frustrated because there really is no cure for tinnitus that your doctor can offer.
It is important to do your research if you are experiencing continued ringing in the ears, because there is a good chance of finding a method that will bring about tinnitus relief for you.
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