Tinnitus

Covid-19 can make tinnitus WORSE or even trigger a hearing problem 

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Almost half of tinnitus sufferers say catching coronavirus has made their hearing condition even worse, a study has found.  The issue — which affects approximately one in eight people — causes them to hear constant, phantom noises like buzzing, whistling or rushing sounds.  Some people in the study, led by Anglia Ruskin University, said they did not … Read more

Nasal spray containing oxtyocin could treat TINNITUS

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A nasal spray of the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin could banish tinnitus — the ringing or buzzing in the ears that affects around seven million Britons. Also known as the ‘cuddle’ hormone, oxytocin is released by the brain into the bloodstream during social behaviours, such as hugging or kissing. Scientists think the hormone could help to treat … Read more

I hear a constant humming… am I a tinnitus victim? DR ELLIE CANNON answers your questions

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I have a permanent humming in my ears – I don’t think it’s tinnitus, as it isn’t a ringing but sounds more like an electric generator. I can briefly halt it by putting a finger in my ear and shaking it up and down, as one does when water gets in there. Does this indicate … Read more

Coronavirus may cause hearing problems such as tinnitus for one in eight patients, study claims

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Coronavirus may cause hearing problems in one in eight patients, according to a study.  Audiologists at the University of Manchester followed 121 adults who were admitted to Wythenshawe Hospital with coronavirus.   When asked about changes to their hearing, 16 people said their hearing was worse eight weeks after being discharged. Eight reported worse hearing and … Read more