{"id":2448,"date":"2024-04-05T12:53:27","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T17:53:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.entconsultants.net\/?p=2448"},"modified":"2024-04-05T12:53:28","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T17:53:28","slug":"understanding-and-managing-worsening-tinnitus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entconsultants.net\/understanding-and-managing-worsening-tinnitus\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding and Managing Worsening Tinnitus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tinnitus, often described as a persistent ringing, buzzing or humming sound in the ears<\/a>, can be an incredibly frustrating condition to live with. What adds to the challenge for many is that tinnitus often worsens over time. Understanding why this happens and exploring effective management strategies can provide much-needed relief and support for those affected by this condition. Three common causes of worsening tinnitus include hearing loss progression, increasing stress and exposure to loud noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing Loss Progression<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Approximately 90% of tinnitus cases<\/a> present with an underlying hearing loss. With hearing loss, the lack of sound input may cause the brain to create its own noise in the form of tinnitus<\/a>. As hearing loss progresses, whether because of aging, noise exposure or other causes, your tinnitus may worsen with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increasing Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The constant ringing of tinnitus can lead to stress and anxiety. Unfortunately, heightened stress levels can, in turn, exacerbate tinnitus symptoms<\/a>, creating a vicious cycle of worsening tinnitus over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exposure to Loud Noise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prolonged exposure to loud noises can damage the inner ear’s delicate structures, leading to hearing loss and worsening tinnitus. Worsening tinnitus is particularly likely in environments where noise exposure is frequent or unavoidable, such as workplaces with high noise levels or during action movies at the Dakota Cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategies for Managing Worsening Tinnitus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While tinnitus may worsen over time, there are several strategies you can employ to manage your symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n