Tinnitus is just a symptom, not a disease. There are hundreds of diseases that can cause symptoms of tinnitus, with common causes including age-related hearing loss, noise exposure, and earwax embolism.

Although tinnitus and hearing loss often coexist, it does not necessarily mean that tinnitus will cause deafness. On the contrary, it is due to hearing loss that causes tinnitus. In addition, many people with normal hearing also have tinnitus. Tinnitus may also be caused by factors other than hearing loss, such as cervical spondylosis, head injury, excessive pressure, etc.

On the contrary, there are various tinnitus management strategies that can alleviate the impact of tinnitus, including medical interventions targeting potential causes, sound therapy, behavioral cognitive therapy, and mindfulness therapy. In most cases, tinnitus can be significantly relieved.

Tinnitus is a physiological phenomenon, not purely a psychological fantasy. It originates from the auditory system and involves the interaction between the ear, brain, and nervous system. Psychological factors such as stress and anxiety may exacerbate tinnitus symptoms, but they are not the main cause.

In fact, tinnitus is very common, with about 15% of the population suffering from chronic tinnitus. It affects people of all ages, not just the elderly. So, you are not alone.

This kind of thinking may lead to unnecessary anxiety. Although there is no specific medication or universally applicable cure for tinnitus, there are many tinnitus management methods that can significantly reduce its impact on daily life. Seeking professional help from a hearing therapist to understand the triggering factors of tinnitus and adopting some coping strategies can significantly improve tinnitus.

Tinnitus is not necessarily permanent. Noise, medication, or ear infections can cause transient tinnitus. Even for chronic tinnitus, you need to learn how to effectively manage it in order to reduce its impact on you.