Tinnitus, from the Latin word "ringing," is the perception of sound in the ear, this sound not being generated by an outside source. synapse xt supplement

"Objective Tinnitus," is diagnosed when a clinician (or someone other than the sufferer) can hear the noise being generated by the ear. This is a fairly rare condition, caused by a more-easily identifiable source that usually can be remedied.

The majority of tinnitus cases present as "Subjective Tinnitus," characterized as only heard by the sufferer. Unfortunately, this condition is more difficult to treat.

The sounds can be described as a ringing in one or both ears, but also has been describes as buzzing, chirping, whistling, whooshing, roaring, ticking, clicking or a humming noise. The sounds can be constant or can vary in volume, type and intensity.

Tinnitus is not a disease, but a symptom of many possible underlying causes such as;

Ear Infection
Foreign Object
Ear Wax Buildup
Injury from Loud Noises
Medicine induced (aspirin)
Other Chemicals and Chemical Imbalances
Fluid Buildup
Allergies
Mostly, though, no underlying cause of subjective tinnitus is ever diagnosed, making treatment somewhat difficult.

Ototoxic, meaning damaging to the ear, sounds such as rock concerts and construction noises can cause tinnitus, although this same exposure to excessive noise can also cause hearing loss. It is important to note that if ringing in the ears after exposure to loud noises occurs, some damage has been done. Prevention of noise-induced tinnitus can be prevented by the use of appropriate hearing protection (ear plugs, etc.).

While obvious physical causes, such as a blow to the head or trauma to the ear can result in tinnitus, some studies have shown that the person's awareness to the level of his or her tinnitus can be stress-related. Long-term stress-reduction treatments show strong promise in the treatment subjective tinnitus.

While the vast majority of tinnitus sufferers present as subjective, regular medical treatments vary in their effectiveness. But take heart, as many natural and alternative treatments are available today that are proven to reduce or eliminate the irritating and sometimes life-interrupting sounds plaguing today's tinnitus sufferer.