Around 40% of people will suffer from tinnitus at some point during their life? So, if you’re worried you might have it, you’re not alone.
SYMPTOMS
You may experiencing unexplained noises in one or both ears. Or the noises could seem like they’re in your head.
Ringing is the most common noise, but they could also present as:
If you’re worried about tinnitus but aren’t sure, the best thing to do is to come in for a free tinnitus consultation. Our expert audiologist will go through some tests and come up with a specialised plan to manage your symptoms.
During your tinnitus consultation you’ll receive a free, full hearing assessment to establish what is happening with your ear and also determine any hearing loss which could be associated with your tinnitus.
Following a full medical history we will check the health of the ears to rule out if wax or infections are the cause. We will perform tests to assess the function and health of each ear, and look for congestion or blockages. We’ll also complete a thorough hearing test to determine if there is any underlying hearing loss.
Your expert audiologist will then be able to give you personalised advice on which tinnitus treatments would be beneficial for you and your ears. This can include hearing aids, as well as ear wax removal if that is what is causing your problems.