Tinnitus Information Guide
It is estimated that 50 million people have tinnitus, which impacts negatively on their lives.
Currently there is no "cure" for tinnitus; however, many people are able to find relief through different methods (which are listed below). Certain methods work well for some people while other methods work well for others. As there is no PROVEN method for everyone, patients often times find that it is a trial and error approach to find relief.
Here are some items that can make tinnitus WORSE.
- - Aspirin intake
- - Caffeine
- - Salt
- - Nicotine
- - Alcohol
- - Fatigue/Lack of Sleep
- - Stress
- - Hearing Loss
- Here are some items that may help make it BETTER.
- - Hearing aids
- - Relaxation therapy
- - Biofeedback
- - Mediation
- - Exercise
- - Sound Therapy
- – with the use of sound generating machines (ocean, wind, or waterfall sounds)
- - Drug therapy – certain types of anti-depressants work for some people
Some people have also found the following to be HELPFUL, but are not proven to decrease tinnitus. BEFORE taking any of the following, check with your primary DOCTOR.
- - Ginko Biloba
- - Vitamin B complex
- - Vitamin C
For additional information about the causes of tinnitus, or if you would like to discuss your tinnitus with other people who have it, you can contact the American Tinnitus Association at 1.800.634.8978
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