How do I stop my ears from ringing?

Question

I know my ears is probabbly damaged from the concert, and my ******* little sister blasting that ******* music up so loud on the way back. God damn. So yes i probabbly won't hear as great as I use to. It's time to just get this better, and now be smarter, and protect my ears from such damages.

So what do you guys know that can help me get rid of this ringing? it hasn't stopped since last night.

what can i expect. what can help me stop it faster?

what can i do in the time being.

Can i listen to my ipod. Not blasting it out loud. Or can I listen to anything at all?

What should i avoid?

i know i am dumb for allowing that music to be so loud.

Answer 1

Your first step is to see an otolaryngologist, who may also send you to an audiologist for testing before a final diagnosis is made.

Depending on the cause of the tinnitus, sometimes it can be treated with drugs or surgery. If your tinnitus is untreatable, there are several things you can try to make it less bothersome:
avoid caffeine
avoid nicotine
zinc supplements may help
use a white noise machine or a ticking clock
avoid loud sounds, music and noises
exercise daily (improving your circulation can help)
avoid fatigue as it will intensify the ringing
try to ignore the ringing
if you have a hearing loss, a hearing aid with a "tinnitus masker" may help

Before trying anything, please see a specialist to be evaluated and diagnosed to find out what is the best course of treatment. Do not wait so long that there is permanent damage when this might be a treatable situation.