The AudioNotch Tinnitus Treatment Blog

Please note: the following information does not constitute professional medical advice, and is provided for general informational purposes only. Please speak to your doctor if you have tinnitus.

Tinnitus is a condition that may cause someone to hear continuous hissing, buzzing or humming noises even in quiet or silent environments. The constant noise may lead to depression, anxiety or irritability, and it could also lead to sleep deprivation if the sounds occur at night. While tinnitus may lead to hearing loss, this is not always the case.

Tinnitus With No Hearing Loss May Be Temporary

In many cases, tinnitus is a result of damage to the inner ear. However, if there is no damage to the inner ear, it is possible that the hissing or buzzing noises one hears will go away on their own. In many cases, the condition is caused by temporary exposure to loud music at a rock concert or being too close to an alarm at the fire station.

Tinnitus With No Hearing Loss May Only Impact One Ear

It is possible that those who have tinnitus without any hearing loss may only have the condition in one ear. Again, this signifies that the condition may only be temporary and could be avoided by wearing better ear protection. For instance, someone who is subject to loud noises at work may want to wear ear guards while walking through a factory or when mowing the lawn outside of an apartment complex.

Tinnitus With No Hearing Loss May Not Be Medically Significant

Temporary ringing, buzzing or hissing sounds may be a sign of a mild form of tinnitus. Assuming that these noises go away on their own, it is unlikely that the condition is a significant cause for concern from a medical perspective. However, it will still be a good idea for those who have even passing symptoms to get a hearing test done and to limit exposure to loud noises going forward.

How Can You Overcome Tinnitus Symptoms?

There are several factors that may increase the risk of tinnitus or exasperate existing symptoms. Ideally, those who have the condition will refrain from excess caffeine or sugar, will get at least eight hours of sleep at night and will start to eat better and exercise more often.

If you have tinnitus, it may be a good idea to talk to a doctor about how to manage or eliminate symptoms. Regardless of whether or not you have the condition, it is in your best interest to limit your exposure to loud noises to avoid gradual hearing loss or other potential injuries to the ear.