What to know about tinnitus

Hearing Help Plus - What to know about tinnitus

Are you experiencing ringing, buzzing, clicking or other sounds in one or both ears? It could be tinnitus, an audiological and neurological condition experienced by more than 25 million American adults, according to the American Tinnitus Association.

For some, it is only a minor nuisance. But for others, it is a constant distraction that can affect sleep, concentration and daily life. Most patients develop tinnitus as a symptom of hearing loss, caused either by age, long-term hearing damage, or acute trauma to the auditory system, according to the ATA.

While currently there is no cure for tinnitus, the condition can be effectively managed.

“Treatments under the supervision of a hearing specialist are usually your best chance at reducing the impact of tinnitus,” said Mary Kay Soesbe, of the DeKalb-based Hearing Help Plus, who is board certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences.

Because tinnitus and hearing loss are often associated, hearing aids can help to significantly reduce tinnitus. How? According to the ATA, hearing aids can augment the volume of external noise to the point that it covers (masks) the sound of tinnitus. The masking impact of hearing aids is particularly strong for patients who have hearing loss in the same frequency range as their tinnitus.

If you are experiencing tinnitus and haven’t yet had your hearing checked then call Hearing Help Plus to schedule a free hearing screening and assessment. The hearing specialists at Hearing Help Plus will work with you to find the right hearing solution that best fits your individual needs, lifestyle and budget. For information, call 815-758-0157 or visit https://hearinghelpplus.com/.

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