What Is Tinnitus? Why Does Your Ear Ring? Causes & Symptoms Explained!

Have you ever felt like your ears are ringing or buzzing, even when there’s no sound around? That’s tinnitus! It can feel like a ringing, buzzing, hissing, or even chirping noise in your ears. Sometimes, it’s soft; other times, it’s loud and distracting.

Tinnitus can affect one ear or both. It’s often more noticeable when everything around you is quiet, like when you’re trying to sleep.

What Causes Tinnitus?

Tinnitus happens when the way your brain processes sound gets disrupted. Here are some common causes:

Aging

As you grow older, the tiny cells in your ears that help you hear start breaking down. This can lead to hearing loss and tinnitus.

Ear Blockage

If you have too much earwax, an ear infection, or sinus issues, pressure can build up in your ears, causing ringing.

Medications

Some medicines, like aspirin, antibiotics, or chemotherapy drugs, can trigger tinnitus. The ringing might go away if you stop taking these medicines.

Head or Neck Injuries

Injuries can mess with your nerves or blood flow, leading to tinnitus.

Other Medical Conditions

Health issues like high blood pressure, thyroid problems, or even allergies can cause tinnitus.

Symptoms of Tinnitus

The main symptom of tinnitus is the persistent sound in your ears. It may sound like:

• Ringing
• Buzzing
• Hissing
• Roaring
• Whistling

Some people even hear music.

How to Manage Tinnitus or Ringing in the Ears?

There is no permanent cure for tinnitus, but you can manage it with breathing exercises and physical activities like walking, swimming, meditation, and yoga.

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