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Tinnitus is a common symptom that refers to the sound felt inside the ear in the absence of an external sound source. There are many causes of tinnitus, but below I will list six common causes and use a short self-test to help you understand which one you might fall into.
1. Ear infections.
Ear infections are one of the common causes of tinnitus. When bacteria or viruses invade the ear, causing an infection, it can irritate the nerves in the ear, causing tinnitus. This type of tinnitus is usually low and is sometimes accompanied by hearing loss and other symptoms such as earache, fever, etc.
2. Accumulation of water in the ear.
Fluid accumulation in the ear, also known as otitis media, is caused by an excess of fluid in the ear in the space behind the eardrum, which leads to increased pressure, which causes tinnitus. This type of tinnitus is usually muffled and sometimes accompanied by earache and hearing loss.
3. Ear canal obstruction.
Blocked ear canals are another common cause of tinnitus. Tinnitus occurs when too much earwax or other substances accumulate in the ear canal, hindering the transmission of sound. This type of tinnitus is usually high-pitched and sometimes accompanied by earache and hearing loss.
Fourth, drugs***
Certain medications may cause tinnitus as *** For example, some antibiotics, anti-cancer drugs and diuretics, among others, can cause tinnitus. This type of tinnitus is usually muffled and sometimes accompanied by hearing loss and other symptoms.
5. High blood pressure and arteriosclerosis.
High blood pressure and hardening of the arteries can also cause tinnitus. When blood pressure rises in the blood vessels or the walls of the blood vessels thicken and blood flow is blocked, the nerves in the ear may be irritated, causing tinnitus. This type of tinnitus is usually muffled and sometimes accompanied by hearing loss and other symptoms.
6. Mental factors.
Mental factors are also one of the causes of tinnitus. Long-term emotional problems such as mental stress, anxiety and depression can lead to tinnitus. This tinnitus is usually high-pitched and sometimes accompanied by hearing loss and other symptoms.
Now, let's take a short self-test to help you understand which cause of your tinnitus might be.
1.Do you often experience tinnitus?
Be. Not. 2.Is your tinnitus low or high-pitched?
Dull. 
Sharp. 3.Do you have earache?
Be. Not. 4.Do you have hearing loss?
Be. Not. 5.Are you taking medications that can cause tinnitus?
Be. Not. 6.Do you have a history of high blood pressure or hardening of the arteries?
Be. Not. 7.Do you often feel anxious, nervous, or depressed?
Be. Not. Based on your answers, we can preliminarily determine which cause of tinnitus you belong to. However, please note that this is only a very rough judgment and if you have any concerns or symptoms persist, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible and seek help from a medical professional.
The method of tinnitus varies depending on the cause. Tinnitus caused by ear infections, fluid accumulation in the ear, and blocked ear canals can be treated with medications** or surgery**. For tinnitus caused by drugs*** hypertension and arteriosclerosis, etc., it is necessary to target the primary disease**. For tinnitus caused by mental factors, it can be carried out psychologically**, drug** or a combination of the two**.
In conclusion, tinnitus is a common symptom, and understanding its causes is very important for ** and relief. If you have any concerns or symptoms persist, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible and seek help from a medical professional. Hopefully, this article will help you better understand tinnitus and protect your hearing health.
References: 1LI Hua, ZHANG Ming. (2018).Diagnosis and progression of tinnitus. Chinese Journal of Otology, 26(6), 403-407
2.Wang Hong, Liu Yang. (2019).Research progress in traditional Chinese medicine for tinnitus. Chinese Journal of Emergencies and Emergencies of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 28(2), 261-264
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