Tinnitus

Tinnitus

Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment

Diagnosis

If you think that you have tinnitus, consult your doctor to determine if a cause for the tinnitus can be found and subsequently treated. If medical treatment is not appropriate, ask if there is an audiologist in your area who has knowledge about tinnitus treatments.

The audiologist will assess a patient's hearing and counsel them regarding non-medical treatment options. Becoming educated about the nature of tinnitus may be extremely useful in relieving anxiety and seeking ways of coping with the condition.

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated August 29, 2007