What are tinnitus and tinnitus, ringing and ringing in the ear. What are the causes, the various forms, the symptoms, the diagnosis, the traditional treatments and the natural remedies. What is tinnitus or tinnitus
Tinnitus or tinnitus is a disturbance (sound and / or throbbing) of hearing. It presents itself as an annoying whistling, buzzing, rattling, pulsating etc. It can affect one ear or both. The different forms of tinnitus or tinnitus
There are 3 main forms of tinnitus
- Objective tinnitus . It is caused by an external agent that generates a sound. This type of tinnitus can be perceived by both the patient and an external subject.
- Subjective tinnitus . This is the case of tinnitus or tinnitus heard only by the patient, and without a mechanical or external sound source.
- Central type subjective tinnitus . It originates directly in the brain or the central nervous system. It is divided in turn into primary and secondary.
Causes of Tinnitus or Tinnitus
The causes can be very different. Also based on the classification of tinnitus or tinnitus itself. The first thing to keep in mind is that often the origin is not (only) due to the ear itself, but to the whole organism, especially the brain and nervous system.
Among the many different causes are:
- Stress. It may seem trivial, but a stressful condition can generate the appearance of whistling, buzzing, feeling of heartbeat and so on. It is often a temporary condition, which disappears when the subject is more relaxed.
- Diseases of the central nervous system. There are several diseases that also affect the central nervous system. These include Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, meningitis, encephalitis and various forms of headache.
- Brain diseases. Like those of the nervous system, Alzheimer’s disease, a brain tumor, etc. can be behind persistent tinnitus.
- Cerebrovascular diseases. Among others, there may be a compression of the acoustic nerve.
- Inflammatory diseases. Tubal dysfunction, or a consequence of both acute and chronic otitis media.
- Cardiovascular diseases. Heart and arterial diseases can also lead to tinnitus and tinnitus.
- Exposure to loud noises. For example, a tinnitus or tinnitus can be heard after you have been to a concert or a nightclub, where the volume of the music was particularly loud. The same thing can happen with certain types of jobs.
- Autoimmune or systemic diseases. Among the different ones there can be rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Meniere’s syndrome, otosclerosis, sudden hearing loss.
- Hormonal disturbances. Hormonal or endocrine problems can also be the cause. Often in women it appears a few days before the menstrual cycle, and then disappears at the end.
- Trauma. Trauma to the ear and / or auditory pinna can lead to tinnitus and tinnitus.
- Diseases of the blood. Sickle cell anemia, leukocytosis etc.
- Colds. The presence of phlegm and occlusion can lead to tinnitus and tinnitus, which however resolve with healing.
- Kidney failure. Often due to diabetes.
- Taking medications. There are many medications that can cause tinnitus and tinnitus. Often it is a side effect indicated in the package insert (or leaflet). If it shows up, ask your doctor for advice.
- Posture. Incorrect posture can, especially in the long run, lead to tinnitus and tinnitus.
- Temporo-mandibular dysfunction. A temporomandibular problem, a dental malocclusion, a misalignment of the jaw can in many cases be the origin of tinnitus and tinnitus.
- Cervical. Cervical joint problems can also cause tinnitus and tinnitus.
Symptoms of Tinnitus and Tinnitus
As mentioned, the most common symptoms are
- Whistles
- Ronzii
- Hisses
- Internal pulsations
- Splash
- Dizziness
Diagnosis of tinnitus or tinnitus
The diagnosis is made by the doctor, otolaryngologist, after some tests. These include a visit that includes an examination of hearing and its function. The case is different if there is a systemic disease or something else behind the tinnitus. Remedies and treatments for tinnitus and tinnitus
Among the traditional treatments there is no specific treatment for tinnitus and tinnitus but, if anything, there are drugs for the treatment of any root causes, such as the diseases listed above. However , among the different drugs still used today there are
- Vasodilatatori
- Antihistamines
- Corticosteroids
- Sedatives, anxiolytics, antidepressants.
The therapy that, even if only temporarily, can “silence” the tinnitus is that with Lidocaine administered intravenously (which however has serious side effects).
Another possible approach is psychological or cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Other alternative and / or natural remedies can be
- The soft laser. Acting directly inside the ear.
- Sound therapy. It works in several ways.
- Tinnitus Habit Therapy. Also known as TRT (Tinnitus Retraining Therapy), which helps to endure and live with the presence of tinnitus.
- Herbs and medicinal plants. There are some herbs that can help with tinnitus. For example, ginkgo biloba , which acts on the blood circulation inside the ear. Supplementing mineral salts such as zinc appears to have an effect on tinnitus. Melatonin helps to sleep better and to relax those who suffer from this problem. Take herbal teas or herbal capsules with anti- inflammatory action : devil’s claw, pineapple etc. it seems to help. Acupuncture also appears to be a good remedy for tinnitus and tinnitus. Finally, when the origin is due to posture problems , malocclusionand similar, it is advisable to contact a posturologist and / or “natural” dentist or expert in dentosophy.
