Treatment for Ringing in the Ears

Specific treatment for ringing in the ears will be determined by your physician based on:

• Your age, overall health, and medical history
• Extent of the disease
• Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, or therapies
• Expectations for the course of the disease
• Your opinion or preference

Relief from ringing in the ears

Currently, there is no known cure for ringing in the ears. However, experts suggest trying one of the following to find relief:

Hearing aids - may benefit some people with ringing in the ears who have hearing loss. Using a hearing aid may help some people with tinnitus by making some sounds louder.

Maskers - provide help for some individuals by making ringing in the ears less noticeable. This small electronic device creates sound that may make the ringing or roaring seem softer.

Medications - may ease ringing in the ears by addressing a problem related to the condition.

Tinnitus retraining therapy - uses a combination of counseling and maskers. Otolaryngologists and audiologists can help a person learn how to deal with the ringing in the ears.

Counseling - offers a person with ringing in the ears the opportunity to meet with a counselor or support group.

Relaxing - provides relief for some people as stress may make ringing in the ears worse.