Are
you hearing ringing, whistling,
hissing, buzzing, or pulsing
sounds? You may be suffering
from Tinnitus.
What
is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a medical condition
characterized by persistent
ringing in one or both ears which
can only be heard by the affected
individual. It has also been
described as whistling, hissing,
buzzing or pulsing in the
ear. These sounds may come
and go; however, most sufferers
experience symptoms 24 hours a
day, seven days a week. The
effects range from slight
annoyance to severe disruption of
everyday life. The American
Tinnitus Association estimates
that over 50 million Americans
suffer from Tinnitus.
| Causes
of Tinnitus are varied and
the condition is typically
accompanied by hearing
loss. Your
AudigyCertified™
professional can properly
diagnose and treat both
conditions. |
Tinnitus
Treatment
Due to the personal and unique
nature of each Tinnitus condition,
proper evaluation and specialized
treatment is necessary.
Although there isn't a single cure
for Tinnitus, AudigyCertified™
professionals are experienced at
providing individual solutions on
a case-by-case basis.  After
completing a hearing test, your
professional may refer you to an
otolaryngologist for further
examination.
In
many cases, the distressing
combination of Tinnitus and
hearing loss can be relieved with
AGX hearing technology.
While worn, a hearing system can
restore ambient sounds and help
fill Sound Voids™ to eliminate
the effects of Tinnitus. An
electronic device call a Masker
may also be worn to distract from
the ringing sensation.
Maskers fit in the ear much like
hearing aids and produce low-level
sounds.
Your
AudigyCertified™ professional
will also evaluate other treatment
options, including drug therapy
and Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT).
Your professional can explain the
possible side-effects of various
medications with you.
Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT)
combines low-level, steady
background sounds played through a
device with intensive
counseling. TRT is an
involved process that can take
12-24 months to reduce the effects
of Tinnitus.
Causes
of Tinnitus may include:
- Noise-induced
hearing loss and nerve
damage
- A
buildup of earwax
- Some
prescription and
over-the-counter
medications
- Ear
infections or eardrum
rupture
- Head
and neck trauma
- Cardiovascular
problems, such as
hypertension
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The
most important step you can take
to find relief from Tinnitus is to
speak with an AudigyCertified™
professional and complete a
thorough hearing evaluation.
Source:
American Tinnitus Association
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