Tinnitus Symptoms and Self Help

Tinnitus is a persistent noise in the ears, commonly ringing or roaring. It may be due to the presence of a foreign body in the ear canal, barotrauma after flying, or taking certain drugs, especially aspirin. It may be brought on by influenza or aging, and is an occupational hazard for those employed in noisy workplaces. The condition may be accompanied by deafness and giddiness, tenderness as a result of pressure on the nerves at the base of the skull, or headache.

Physical Symptoms

Roaring in the ears with difficulty in hearing
• Possible deafness or muffled hearing and giddiness and nausea
• Noises in the ear heard as music or the buzzing of insects

Tinnitus with blocked feeling in the ears
• Singing or hissing noise resembling the sound of an aeolian harp
• Ears feel blocked and tingly
• Hearing is impaired

Buzzing in the ears with dizziness
• Buzzing, especially in the left ear, sometimes accompanied by deafness and dizziness
• Deafness accompanied by a severe headache and violent noise in the ears
• Possible tenderness in the cervical or dorsal spine and pain in the head

SELF-HELP
Place two drops of pure almond oil in each ear once a week. Reduce the stress that may be generated by this disorder by means of relaxation techniques. Tinnitus may be exacerbated by neck problems, in which case consult an osteopath or physiotherapist.

CAUTION
If you cannot identify the cause of noise or discomfort in the ears, consult a doctor within 48 hours.