UNDERSTANDING TINNITUS

Do you ever hear a persistent ringing, buzzing, hissing, or even roaring sound in your ears, even when there’s no external source? If so, you’re not alone. This is called tinnitus, and it affects millions worldwide. While it’s not a disease itself, tinnitus is often a symptom of an underlying issue, and it can significantly impact your quality of life.

At House of Hearing International ltd, we understand how challenging living with tinnitus can be. Our mission is to provide hearing solutions, and that includes helping you manage and find relief from the effects of tinnitus.

What Exactly is Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is the perception of sound in one or both ears or in the head, without any external sound being present. The sounds can vary greatly from person to person, both in type and intensity. It can be constant or intermittent, mild or severely.

Tinnitus and Hearing Loss

One of the most common causes of tinnitus is hearing loss. This is why many people who experience tinnitus also have some degree of hearing loss, even if they don’t realize it. However, it’s important to note that not everyone with hearing loss develops tinnitus, and some people experience tinnitus without any measurable hearing loss.

While hearing loss is a major factor, tinnitus can also be triggered or worsened by

• Earwax buildup or ear infections
• Head or neck injuries
• Certain medications
• Stress and anxiety and others.

Managing Tinnitus

Comprehensive Hearing Assessment-A thorough hearing test by our audiologists will help us understand the root cause of your tinnitus.

Hearing Aids with Tinnitus Management Features- For individuals with hearing loss and tinnitus, our hearing aids are a game-changer. They work in several ways

• Amplification-By amplifying external sounds, hearing aids make your brain focus on environmental noises rather than the internal tinnitus sound, effectively masking it.
• Sound Therapy Features-Many of our  advanced hearing aids come with built-in sound system that can play soothing sounds (like white noise, ocean waves, or nature sounds) directly into your ears. These customizable soundscapes can help desensitize your brain to the tinnitus and make it less bothersome.
• Noise Reduction- Modern hearing aids also feature sophisticated noise reduction technology, which can minimize background noise, making the tinnitus less intrusive, especially in quiet environments.