Tinnitus is a condition that makes the patient hear a sound like ringing, buzzing, hissing or other sounds, when they aren’t really made by any exterior factors.

1. What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is one of the most common conditions, 1 of every 5 persons suffers from it, but despite
popular belief it is not a disease. So, what is really tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a condition that makes the patient hear a
sound like ringing, buzzing, hissing or other sounds,
when they aren’t really made by any exterior factors.
The noise can have different levels of volume, and it is
usually easier to notice in a silent environment when
there are no other sounds. Most people are concerned
that this condition could cause hearing loss. The people
who have this condition have no hearing problems; in
rare cases some of the people even develop a
hypersensitive sense of hearing.
Causes of tinnitus
The causes of tinnitus are many, but the condition manifests when the inner cells of the ear are
damaged. One of the most commonly experienced causes for tinnitus is the loud noise/sound
exposure. Another common cause for tinnitus is the hearing loss due to age. Yes, even though
tinnitus doesn’t cause hearing loss, hearing loss can cause tinnitus, especially amongst the
elders. The blockage of the earwax is also a common cause for tinnitus.
How to Cure Tinnitus
Here some ways given to treat tinnitus
Medical remedies
Identifying and treating underlying health conditions
Since tinnitus is a symptom, a quick way to treat it is by identifying the health condition that is
causing the ringing in the ear. If it is due to a health condition, your doctor may be able to
reduce the noise with treatments such as:
• Ear wax removal: Removing
earwax that may be impacted can decrease
tinnitus symptoms
• Treating a blood vessel
condition: Sometimes an underlying vascular
condition may be the reason for the tinnitus
symptoms. Treating these may require
medication, surgery or other forms of

2. treatment.
• Changing medication: Tinnitus may be caused by medication you’re
taking and your doctor may recommend a new medication or stopping/reducing the
drug.
Medication
Although drugs cannot cure tinnitus, they may help reduce the severity of the symptoms.
Possible medications include tricyclic antidepressants and alprazolam. These medications are
generally only used for severe cases of tinnitus as they can cause troublesome side effects and
can be habit-forming.
Home remedies
Since tinnitus is a symptom, it is difficult to pinpoint a specific cure for the pesky ringing. Aside
from these medical options, there are also lifestyle choices and home remedies that can be
used to reduce your tinnitus such as:
Supplements and foods
There are many supplements and foods to add to your diet that can help alleviate tinnitus.
These include:
• Ginkgo biloba - Ginkgo biloba helps increase blood flow to the neck, head
and brain. It also reduces inflammation in the blood vessels and helps improve
circulation to the capillaries feeding the nerves around the ears.
• Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) - Clinical trials have found that CoQ10 may be
beneficial for some who suffer from tinnitus, depending on the nature of their
condition. The enzyme increases overall blood flow and even helps prevent heart
attacks and strokes.
Managing the noise
Another solution to improving tinnitus is by managing the noise around you. It’s best to avoid
exposure to loud noises, which can cause damage to the ear and worsen conditions of tinnitus.
Contrastly, using white noise can help mask or relieve tinnitus symptoms. White noise
machines produce simulated environmental sounds like falling rain or ocean waves. They are
often effective for treating tinnitus. Other devices that produce white noise are fans,
humidifiers, Dehumidifiers and air conditioners. Although there is not a specific cure for
tinnitus, these are all helpful in reducing your condition and making it more manageable.