The K health guide to

Tinnitus

The sensation of hearing sounds that are not actually there. Classically, this is defined as ‘ringing in the ears’. more

How did people like you experience Tinnitus?

Below you can see what K knows about how 19859 real people experienced Tinnitus, including:

  1. Symptoms to watch for
  2. Testing
  3. Treatment
  4. Recovery

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What to watch out for if you have Tinnitus:

Watch for symptoms like Ringing in ears.

Concerning Symptoms

People Like You often seek further care if:

  • They develop hearing loss or dizziness
  • They develop a loss of balance

Potential Symptoms

Ringing in ears

Testing for Tinnitus

Get tested. Doctors often ordered Hearing test.

How to treat Tinnitus

Who do people see?

Most people like you saw a Primary Care Physician to diagnose and/or treat their Tinnitus, and were in some cases referred to a ENT Physician (Otolaryngologist).

How is it treated?

Most people did not require medication.

How long does it take to recover from Tinnitus?

Recovery time for most cases of Tinnitus is lifetime.