Its being discussed on the radio today and apparently its on the increase.
I used to work in a very noisy workshop many years ago hearing protection was provided but few wore it luckily i didn't end up suffering from tinnitus but my hearing loss is noticeable (SWMBO tells me to turn the TV down every time when comes home from work) the people on the radio are mainly DJ's and people in the music industry but listening to very loud music through headphones is also a major cause (i guess we have all done it) and standing in front of the speakers at clubs (do they still do that
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Do you suffer, do you know what caused it and which type do you have?
What exactly is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no actual sound is present.
The causes of tinnitus can be varied, but it can be put into two different categories: tonal and non-tonal.
Tonal tinnitus refers to the perception of overlapping sounds or near-continuous sound with a well-defined frequency, such as ringing, whistling, or buzzing. This is the most common form of tinnitus.
Non-tonal forms of tinnitus include clicking, humming, rumbling and crackling.
Though the exact cause of tinnitus is unknown, contributing triggers and factors have been identified. These include excessive exposure to loud noises due to damage to the auditory system. It could also be the result of a chronic neck muscle strain or jaw-joint dysfunction, such as teeth grinding.
The following are the four types of tinnitus and their known contributing factors:
Subjective tinnitus – This is the most common type and accounts for 95% of cases. It can only be heard by you, and it’s usually caused due to exposure to excessive noises. It can appear quickly and can last up to three months, which is known as acute, or up to 12 months, which is known as subacute. In some cases, it may last longer.
Objective tinnitus – This is very rare. It can be heard by a doctor by either listening very closely to your ear or using a stethoscope. It may occur due to vascular deformities or involuntary muscle contractions. The sound is often described as pulsating.
Neurological tinnitus – This type of tinnitus is caused by a disorder known as “Meniere’s disease.” This then affects your neurological system. It’s often accompanied by vertigo, dizziness, and issues with balance.
Somatic tinnitus – This type is worsened, caused or otherwise related to the sensory system in your own body. Sensory signals coming from various parts of the body are disrupted, causing a spasm that produces tinnitus.
https://www.signia-hearing.co.uk/blog/myths-about-tinnitus-and-causes/
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I used to work in a very noisy workshop many years ago hearing protection was provided but few wore it luckily i didn't end up suffering from tinnitus but my hearing loss is noticeable (SWMBO tells me to turn the TV down every time when comes home from work) the people on the radio are mainly DJ's and people in the music industry but listening to very loud music through headphones is also a major cause (i guess we have all done it) and standing in front of the speakers at clubs (do they still do that
) Do you suffer, do you know what caused it and which type do you have?
What exactly is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no actual sound is present.
The causes of tinnitus can be varied, but it can be put into two different categories: tonal and non-tonal.
Tonal tinnitus refers to the perception of overlapping sounds or near-continuous sound with a well-defined frequency, such as ringing, whistling, or buzzing. This is the most common form of tinnitus.
Non-tonal forms of tinnitus include clicking, humming, rumbling and crackling.
Though the exact cause of tinnitus is unknown, contributing triggers and factors have been identified. These include excessive exposure to loud noises due to damage to the auditory system. It could also be the result of a chronic neck muscle strain or jaw-joint dysfunction, such as teeth grinding.
The following are the four types of tinnitus and their known contributing factors:
Subjective tinnitus – This is the most common type and accounts for 95% of cases. It can only be heard by you, and it’s usually caused due to exposure to excessive noises. It can appear quickly and can last up to three months, which is known as acute, or up to 12 months, which is known as subacute. In some cases, it may last longer.
Objective tinnitus – This is very rare. It can be heard by a doctor by either listening very closely to your ear or using a stethoscope. It may occur due to vascular deformities or involuntary muscle contractions. The sound is often described as pulsating.
Neurological tinnitus – This type of tinnitus is caused by a disorder known as “Meniere’s disease.” This then affects your neurological system. It’s often accompanied by vertigo, dizziness, and issues with balance.
Somatic tinnitus – This type is worsened, caused or otherwise related to the sensory system in your own body. Sensory signals coming from various parts of the body are disrupted, causing a spasm that produces tinnitus.
https://www.signia-hearing.co.uk/blog/myths-about-tinnitus-and-causes/
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