ringing & buzzing in my ears?

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for months i have been suffering with endless ringing & buzzing in my ears. i have been to the doctor & each time she has done nothing 2 help my condition.she said i have a what is called tinnitus. has anyone been through this or know any good medications i can take because i dont know what else to do.

Answer 1

Unfortunately, there is no cure. My dad has it. I'm really sorry. I guess try to prevent it from getting worse by avoiding loud noise.

Answer 2

Tinnitus can be caused by over use of aspirin. I am not sure how it does the damage but I know that can be a side effect of aspirin. If this is the case, take no more aspirin or aspirin type drugs. Some antibiotics can do the same thing.

Other than that listening to loud music, or using headphones or ear phones with constant music can cause the tiny hairs inside the inner ear to be permanently bent over. That causes the nerves to constantly send the message that there is a noise, hence the buzzing and ringing. There is not much doctors can do about it. Sometimes "white" noise like that from radios that have "bubbling streams" or "night noises" can mask the ringing.

This site has good info under causes and treatments.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tinnitus/DS00365/DSECTION=6

Good luck.

Answer 3

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ringing & buzzing in my ears?
for months i have been suffering with endless ringing & buzzing in my ears. i have been to the doctor & each time she has done nothing 2 help my condition.she said i have a what is called tinnitus. has anyone been through this or know any good medications i can take because i dont know what else to...

Answer 4

I have a slight case of tinnitus, there are many natural remedys.. I left my book at the spa.. But I will try to find it out for you. If it accopmanies dizziness like me, it's called vertigo. I would suggest going to a different doctor. If she hasnt helped you yet.. shes a nut case, find a new one.



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Answer 5

I resemble your remark. It has been years now since my Dr. said the same thing. After another visit my Dr. did say that stress makes it worse, while reducing stress can make it quieter or even silent.

I'm curious to see what Anita will say after she gets her book back.

Answer 6

I recommend www.webmd.com put down your symptoms and TADA! Its very useful I use it everytime I have some health issues.

Tinnitus is actually a symptom of some common medical problems, such as:


ear infection
wax impaction
noise exposure (like rock concerts)
TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders
even a side effect of medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, caffeine, or birth control pills

Tinnitus may also be a symptom of more serious illnesses such as high blood pressure, anxiety/depression, diabetes, thyroid disorders, Ménière's disease, blood vessel disorders, or tumors.


Two Types


There are two types of tinnitus:


subjective tinnitus, when the sounds a sufferer hears may be perceived as very loud and only heard by them
objective tinnitus, a less common condition when the sounds can be heard by the sufferer and a medical provider using a stethoscope

Finding a cause for tinnitus can be simple or require extensive diagnostic tests. In many cases, a cause is never found -- a frustrating fact for many tinnitus sufferers and their medical providers.


If a cause is determined, then treatment can be quite focused. For example, if a tinnitus sufferer is taking aspirin and is found to have high blood pressure, the aspirin is stopped and medications are given to control the blood pressure.


Tinnitus Treatments


Even if a specific cause is never found, there is still hope for successful treatment. A combination of therapies over time usually offer the best hope.



Biofeedback, relaxation training, counseling, and individualized psychotherapy helps manage stress and helps you change your body's reaction to the tinnitus. Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) combines counseling with special background sounds designed to help people suppress the sounds of their tinnitus.
Antianxiety medications, such as Valium or Xanax, as well as a wide range of antidepressant medications, are very helpful for tinnitus sufferers. Other medications, such as diuretics (water pills), muscle relaxants, anticonvulsants medications, and antihistamines, are also used.
Special hearing aids, electronic masking devices, or both, are often used when other methods have failed to achieve control. Cochlear implants and cochlear stimulation devices are being investigated for severe, intractable tinnitus cases. Surgical injections of lidocaine directly into the inner ear are also being used in some cases.
Alternative treatments such as hypnosis, acupuncture, chiropractic adjustments, vitamin/mineral supplements, and herbal remedies may have some promise, but there is little, if any, meaningful research as to their effectiveness. Ginkgo biloba -- which is being studied to determine its effectiveness for tinnitus -- is said to improve blood flow and nerve function. Use ginkgo biloba with caution if you have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners. Explore alternative options carefully, with the cooperation of your medical providers.


Limit Certain Foods and Drugs


Certain lifestyle changes are very important for those that have tinnitus.


Caffeine is one of the most common tinnitus aggravators and should be very limited. Coffee, teas, caffeinated colas, and chocolate all contain significant amounts of caffeine capable of constricting blood flow to the ear.
Nicotine also constricts blood flow and can aggravate tinnitus, so efforts should be made to stop all tobacco use.
Aspirin, especially higher doses, can cause or make tinnitus worse. Switch to acetaminophen products.
A low-salt diet is also recommended by many medical providers, so hide that saltshaker and watch the sodium content of foods you eat.

Take an active role in your care, keeping up with the latest research. You may even have to educate your doctor on various treatments. Quieting the ringing will require a lifelong commitment to lifestyle changes, cooperative medical care, and most importantly, a positive and optimistic attitude.


WebMD Adds ...


Tinnitus prevention can include obvious things such as limiting exposure to loud noises, but vitamins and exercise may help, too. Exercising regularly may help by improving blood flow to ear structures, while B-12 can help the body make the material that protects the inner ear's nerves. Good B-12 sources include dairy products, meat, and eggs.


Almost everyone experiences an occasional ringing (or roaring, hissing, buzzing, or tinkling) in their ears; most tinnitus that comes and goes requires no medical treatment. But if your tinnitus is accompanied by other symptoms, becomes persistent, or starts to localize to one ear, visit a health professional.


Rod Moser, PA-C, PhD, is a primary care physician assistant with over 30 years of clinical experience in adult and pediatric health. He is the author of Ears: An Owner's Manual and Primary Care for Physician Assistants.

Answer 7

IVE HAD IT FOR OVER 50 YEARS. SOME DAYS IT IS PARTICULARLY ANNOYING BUT DESPITE THAT IVE LEARNED TO IGNORE IT. AS FOR MEDICATIONS IVE GOT NO IDEA. IM A CHRISTIAN AND I HAND THESE TYPES OF SITUATIONS TO GOD. THANKS FOR REMINDING ME! HAVENT NOTICED IN DAYS. BUT NOW I DO! LOL



GOD BLESS