Symptom Management and Evaluation at Brevard ENT Center
What Is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound is present. This sound can be experienced in many different forms, such as:
- Ringing
- Hissing
- Cricket-like noise
About
1 in 100 people experience tinnitus that interferes with their daily life. While many individuals learn to ignore the sound, others may struggle to cope with its effects.
Tinnitus and Medical Evaluation
Tinnitus can be a symptom of an underlying medical condition. A complete medical examination is recommended to determine the most appropriate treatment and management strategy for each individual.
Common Causes of Tinnitus
Tinnitus may have a variety of causes. Some of the more likely include:
Noise Exposure
Aging
Medications
Additionally, 90% of patients with tinnitus also have an accompanying hearing loss.
Prevention and Protection
Noise-induced tinnitus is preventable. Your audiologist can help you select custom hearing protection that fits your specific lifestyle and occupational needs.
Is There a Cure?
Currently, there is no cure for tinnitus, but there are excellent treatment and management options available.
At our tinnitus clinic, patients receive a diagnostic evaluation and explore a variety of management strategies tailored to their individual needs.
Tinnitus Treatment & Management Options
You will work with our audiologists to determine the best management strategy. Options we provide include:
- Sound therapy
- Combination instruments
- Hearing aids
- Counseling
- Self-help tools
You Are Not Alone
In the past, patients were told to “ignore” or “just live with” their tinnitus—that is no longer the case. There are now several strategies to help you effectively manage your symptoms.
THERE IS HOPE FOR PATIENTS WHO SUFFER FROM TINNITUS!
Please fill out the Evaluation Paperwork and bring it with you to your Tinnitus Evaluation.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
Don't let tinnitus control your life any longer. Effective treatment options are available, and our specialized team is ready to help you find relief.