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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWhat Are the Causes of Tinnitus? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tinnitus is categorized as being either pulsatile or nonpulsatile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
People who suffer from pulsatile tinnitus<\/strong> report hearing the sound of their own pulse. It is caused by abnormal blood flow within the arteries of the neck or inside the ear, and is fairly rare. Possible causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nonpulsatile tinnitus<\/strong> \u2013 ringing in the ears not accompanied by any type of rhythm \u2013 is considerably more common. It can be caused by a variety of conditions including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tinnitus is also classified as being either subjective<\/strong> (heard only by the patient) or objective<\/strong> (ringing can be heard by an impartial observer, such as a doctor). Most cases of tinnitus are subjective in nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tinnitus can\u2019t be cured, but there are treatments that make it less of a distraction. The approach taken depends on the underlying condition responsible for the ringing in your ears. Sometimes, simple steps like removing built-up earwax or switching to a new medication can markedly decrease symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Others benefit from noise suppression therapy<\/a> or masking techniques designed to cover up the ringing noise. White noise machines, fans, air conditioners and humidifiers are all popular, easy to use options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tinnitus retraining devices, which rely on patterned tones, are a newer technique that has proven beneficial to many patients. <\/p>\n\n\n Call our Hampton office at (757) 825-2500<\/span><\/a> or our Williamsburg office at (757) 253-8722<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ringing in the ear, or tinnitus, is a widespread condition that affects an estimated 50 million Americans. Some people describe it as a hissing, roaring, whooshing or buzzing sound instead of ringing. It may be sporadic or constant, and is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. There are many factors…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":207,"menu_order":24,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"757-825-2500 | Tinnitus cannot be cured, but it can be managed. Learn about the disorders, potential causes, and how you can find relief. Call us now.","_seopress_robots_index":"","schema":"How Is Tinnitus Treated? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n