Tinnitus is a sound you hear that is not coming from the outside world. In most cases, it is created by the brain rather than the ears themselves, and it is incredibly common.
Tinnitus often becomes more noticeable during quiet moments, periods of stress, fatigue, illness, certain medications, or as hearing changes. It can come and go, and this is completely normal. Even small changes in your overall health can affect how tinnitus feels from day to day.
Tinnitus and hearing are closely connected. Even a small change in hearing can make tinnitus seem louder or more intrusive.
This is why a hearing evaluation is such an important part of understanding tinnitus properly. It allows us to look at the full picture, not just the tinnitus itself, and identify any contributing hearing changes that may be influencing what you are experiencing.
Many people find tinnitus easier to manage with simple, practical strategies, including:
Background Noise
Gentle background sound instead of complete silence
Managing
Managing stress and fatigue
Hydration
Staying hydrated
Triggers
Understanding personal tinnitus triggers
Expectations
Having realistic expectations and reassurance
Most often, gaining a clearer understanding of tinnitus through an expert assessment can reduce how intrusive it feels and help restore a sense of control.
