Tinnitus is a persistent feeling of ringing in the ears caused even in absence of an external source of sound. Tinnitus as such is not a serious medical condition, however, there are some solutions to deal with the annoying problem.
Know the problem
Do not panic and relax if possible, as, this lowers the pitch of ringing and you may experience less discomfort. Gather more information about the problem so as to deal with it. Consult a doctor if the problem is reoccurring in order to rule out the chance of it being a symptom of any existing medical condition. Some psychiatrists are of the opinion that severe tinnitus leads to clinical depression in some, so it is better to seek medical help before the problem becomes worse. The nature, intensity, duration of the problem can confirm the cause. Some experience it when suffering from colds due to disturbance in the Eustachian tubes or the reason could be very minor like brief exposure to loud noises. Reach out to people suffering from the same problem for more solutions. When you start feeling that it has reduced, you might not even realize it ever existed especially if you deviate your concentration from the problem.
Opt for herbal cures
Some herbal supplements like Ginkgo Biloba, Lidocaine, Avena Sativa, Rosemary are believed to provide relief in some patients after using them for a few months. The exact dosage can be confirmed from your clinician. These herbal remedies are mainly used to improve the overall-functioning of the body so as to allow organs to perform their function well.
If you sense that the ringing is due to your sinusitis and blocked ear passages, then do consult a doctor who might prescribe anti-histamines to reduce the allergy and cure your blocked sinuses. Placebo pills can also be given by your doctor as this problem is psychological to an extent that the more you pay attention, you seem to find it more disconcerting.
Consult your doctor
Do not delay in consulting a doctor till the ringing becomes intolerable. Usually, the sound can a sort of whistling, buzzing type with variable pitch and can be very frustrating making the person unable to concentrate. The problem can occur only for few seconds in some individuals to many years, can occur intermittently in others basing on the intensity of damage and the cause.
In some cases, the remedy could be simple; making necessary changes in lifestyle like reducing exposure to loud, constant sounds helps to an extent. Allopathic drugs like Benzodiazepine, homeopathic medicines like Ferrum Phosphoricum are usually prescribed to treat this problem but the Allopathic drugs may give rise to some side-effects when taken.
Opt for meditation and other distraction techniques
Meditation works as you divert your concentration towards something else other than the problem or you can listen to very low audible, pleasant background music to calm yourself. Some people believe that crystal healing cures the problem to an extent. Some neuro-massage therapies also exist to reduce the problem. In majority of the cases, it is seen that the problem fades as one deviates from concentrating on it and when something else occupies their attention.
Prevent further damage by using defending aids
People working in environments where they are exposed to loud or constant sounds frequently suffer from this problem. Use ear plugs or other ear defenders in order to safeguard from too much noise and to prevent further damage to the inner ear. Hearing aids can be of use if ringing in ears is due to hearing impairment and when using, ensure that your ear canal is not blocked. One can make use of the latest tubing aid which is more convenient. In some cases, when the hearing problem gets rectified, tinnitus also disappears.
Ringing in the ears becomes more irritating when your surrounding environment is quieter, especially during bedtime, so you can use competing masking sounds to change your focus. Some devices work for the same purpose and can be used along with other alternative medicines to decrease your awareness of constant ringing in the ears.
