What Are The Causes of Tinnitus...?
Tinnitus affects nearly 36 million Americans, and is described by:
It is not a disease or serious problem itself, but is rather a symptom of an underlying medical condition. There are two main functions of the ear: – hearing and balance. While the inner ear is responsible for both hearing and balance, the middle and external ear structures perform the task of collecting sound and conducting it to where it can be interpreted by the nervous system. Tinnitus disrupts these normal functions, yet it rarely is a cause for serious concern—although the noise can be quite a nuisance for the sufferer, leading some to seek conventional tinnitus treatment or a natural remedy for the causes of tinnitus. Diagnosing Tinnitus...A medical history, physical examination, and tests are used to evaluate the cause for tinnitus. Discussing the onset of symptoms, including the severity, duration, and accompanying health conditions can also assist the doctor in making a proper diagnosis. During the physical evaluation, the ears will be inspected to determine whether or not an accumulation of earwax may be the cause or contributor to the ringing or noises. Using a stethoscope, the doctor will also attempt to hear noises in the head and neck regions. There are two forms of tinnitus: subjective and pulsative. Subjective tinnitus refers to noises that only the sufferer is aware of; pulsative tinnitus refers to noise from a vascular disorder or related condition that a doctor can detect. Nearly everyone experiences tinnitus from time to time, and a small amount of tinnitus or head noise is considered normal. For instance, experiencing ringing ears after being exposed to a loud noise may trigger temporary symptoms of tinnitus. Tinnitus can occur in the outer, middle, or inner sections of the ear and in the brain. If outside noise is diminished, normal sounds emanating from these areas can be recognized, as they are usually masked by other outside noises. When any foreign material (such as wax) blocks these normal background sounds, awareness is increased. Damage to the microscopic endings of the hearing nerve in the inner ear, caused by excessive loud noise exposure over time, can sometimes lead to tinnitus. Frequent exposure to loud sounds from:
Tinnitus treatment varies, depending on the cause. Tinnitus relief can be experienced through a combination of natural and traditional remedies. Addressing the underlying causes of tinnitus will go a long way to reducing the troublesome symptoms. So, for example, if poor circulation is a factor, taking steps to improve circulation will also help to reduce or eliminate the symptoms of tinnitus. Testimonials...Author: Siu-yin Whye 2008-12-05 "My aunt was diagnosed with middle-ear infection, both by her GP and a Chinese Traditional Medicine Practitoner after she started vomiting and experiencing nausea every time she tried to walk. It was really debilitating, but the doctors could only advise her to rest and wait it out. To make matters worst, she started hearing a continuous ringing in the ear as well. At the time, I had read about the wonderful properties of Helichrysum oil, but only had the Brain Power oil blend that contained it. So I showed my aunt how to apply a drop of Brain Power on the ear lobe as instructed in the Essential Oils Desk Reference. I also added Thieves oil blend in front and behind the ear for the infection. Just in case the causes of tinnitus were due to infected kidneys, I also advised her to apply some Thieves on her back in the area around the kidneys. She was to repeat the procedure again that night. The next day, I called to inquire how my aunt was doing and was pleasantly surprised to learn that as soon as she applied the Brain Power a second time, the ringing noise instantly stopped, plus the nausea also disappeared! Since that time, I have helped 2 other people with Tinnitus, once with Brain Power again and once with PanAway (because I had ran out of Brain Power). It seems that as long as the blend had Helichrysum in it, it was still effective against the causes of tinnitus. Young Living's essential oils have provided me with the tools to enhance the health of my family and friends....to bring our bodies back to balance."
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