Can Allergies Impact Tinnitus?
Tinnitus, characterized by hearing noises such as ringing or buzzing without an external source, affects approximately 10% of the U.S. population annually. Tinnitus is often associated with hearing loss or exposure to loud noises and can be exacerbated by allergies as well. Allergic reactions are triggered by the immune system’s response to environmental substances like…
Is It Tinnitus or TMJ Disorder?
The term “tinnitus” describes a phantom sound in the ear that has no external source. It can present in many ways, including ringing, roaring, whistling, hissing, humming, buzzing, popping or clicking. Another condition that can cause sounds like these is temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, which is why the two conditions are sometimes confused. In this…
Is There a Link Between Tinnitus and GERD?
Both tinnitus and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are common conditions affecting millions of Americans. Additionally, there is reason to believe the two conditions may be linked. What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is often experienced as a ringing in the ear. However, patients have also described it as clicking, buzzing, roaring, whooshing, or other noises as well….