Show Tinnitus is the sound of ringing, clicking, whooshing, or whistling in your ears that isn’t coming from an external source. The most common cause of Tinnitus is hearing loss however, a variety of things can lead to the condition; from emotional stress to underlying medical conditions like anemia to some types of tumors, and even too much nicotine or alcohol. But what does it mean when you experience Tinnitus in one ear only? The causes of Tinnitus in one ear only can be different from the causes of Tinnitus experienced in both ears, here we explain unilateral Tinnitus, and how to get rid of Tinnitus in one ear. Tinnitus in one ear only (unilateral Tinnitus)While bilateral Tinnitus (ringing in both ears) is quite a common condition, some forms of Tinnitus should prompt you to seek a medical evaluation; these include pulsatile Tinnitus, Tinnitus which causes dizziness, and Tinnitus in one ear only, as all these forms of Tinnitus could be indicative of underlying medical conditions. Causes of Tinnitus in one ear onlyTinnitus in one ear only is less common than bilateral Tinnitus and can be caused by a range of things, from a relatively benign build-up of earwax to more serious underlying health conditions. If you are experiencing Tinnitus in one ear only, it is important you seek a medical assessment, to find the exact cause of the condition. Some common causes of Tinnitus in one ear only include:
Treatments for Tinnitus in one ear onlyIf you do experience Tinnitus in one ear only, it’s essential that you have it investigated further. The first step would be to make an appointment with an Audiologist for a full diagnostic hearing test. The best way to treat the Tinnitus depends on what the root cause is. If the issue is a build-up of earwax, this can be removed easily by your doctor or by purchasing ear wax softener from any Bay Audio store. If the issue is a Cholesteatoma, the cyst will likely need to be removed through surgery. Other root causes such as Ménière’s Disease, MS, or cancer will need to have their own treatment plans which may then lead to the symptom of unilateral Tinnitus being resolved. Need to talk to an audiologist?Your local Bay Audio clinicians are on hand to answer any questions you have. Why do I have tinnitus in only one ear?A blockage can change the pressure in your ear, causing tinnitus. Head or neck injuries. Head or neck trauma can affect the inner ear, hearing nerves or brain function linked to hearing. Such injuries usually cause tinnitus in only one ear.
Can tinnitus in one ear be cured?Many times, tinnitus can't be cured. But there are treatments that can help make your symptoms less noticeable. Your doctor may suggest using an electronic device to suppress the noise.
Is one sided tinnitus normal?Unilateral tinnitus is a red flag
In most cases, tinnitus is bilateral. Unilateral tinnitus may indicate a more serious medi- cal condition. It is a common presenting sign of both vestibular schwannoma (also known as acoustic neuroma) and Meniere's disease.
Should I be worried about ringing in one ear?Tinnitus usually occurs bilaterally (in both ears). However, if you experience tinnitus unilaterally (one ear ringing), you should talk to a doctor as soon as possible. Unilateral tinnitus is usually a sign of Meniere's disease, or Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (ISSNHL).
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