Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that are not caused by sounds from the outside world. It is common and not usually a sign of anything serious.
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Common Symptoms
- Ringing
- Buzzing
- Whooshing
- Humming
- Hissing
- Throbbing
- Music or singing
Treatment at home
- Try to relax – deep breathing or yoga
- Find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine
- Avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises
- Try self-help books
- join a support group
When should I book a GP?
- you have tinnitus regularly or constantly
- your tinnitus is getting worse
- your tinnitus is bothering you – e.g., it’s affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed
- you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse
- you have a sudden onset of one sided tinnitus
