Tinnitus Treatment in Westchester

Nearly 50 million Americans experience tinnitus. It is more common in males than females. For about 25 percent of people with tinnitus, it is a real problem. Tinnitus is a symptom and some of its causes are not well understood. Depending on the source, severity, and mental stress that tinnitus causes an individual, Listen Hear Diagnostics provide quality tinnitus treatment in Westchester.

Tinnitus Prevention
Tinnitus Causes
Noise exposure and undiagnosed hearing loss are some of the most common causes of tinnitus. When auditory stimulation to the brain is decreased due to hearing loss, tinnitus may result. Deterioration of hair cells in the inner ear due to aging or occupational exposure to noise frequently cause hearing loss.
Excessive earwax

If earwax obstructs the ear canal, it prevents sounds from entering the ear. This can cause tinnitus and the symptoms of hearing loss.

Otosclerosis
This abnormal growth of bone in the middle ear is most common in females. It may be caused by hormonal changes after pregnancy and usually affects both ears.
Meniere’s disease
Fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus and vertigo are all symptoms of Meniere’s disease. Symptoms may come and go and can be caused by excessive fluid in the inner ear.
Acoustic tumor
A benign tumor that affects either the auditory or vestibular portion of the 8th nerve that connects the inner ear to the brain can cause tinnitus.
Head and neck injuries
If traumatic injury to the head or neck causes complications with blood flow and surrounding muscles, tinnitus in one ear can result.
Temporomandibular joint disorder
The same muscles and ligaments that are attached to the jaw are also located at the front of the ear, adjacent to the auditory system. If TMJ affects the lower jaw causing facial pain and limited mobility, tinnitus may also be present.
Ototoxic drugs
High doses of aspirin, certain diuretics, antibiotics, cancer drugs and antidepressants can cause ringing in the ear.
Tinnitus Treatments

Tinnitus can lead to difficulty sleeping, anxiety, depression, irritability, and distraction. Those with tinnitus may become withdrawn, furthering depression and anxiety. If you are experiencing tinnitus, it’s essential to seek professional help. Our audiologist in Westchester can provide expert guidance and treatments, ranging from hearing aids to Tinnitus Retraining Therapy.

Hearing Aids

When auditory input decreases due to hearing loss, the brain finds ways to compensate. In doing so, the auditory cortex can perceive spontaneous neural activity in the auditory pathway as “noise.” The phantom ringing, chirping, whirring and buzzing that results is perceived as tinnitus. Hearing aids increase auditory input and brain stimulation.