Suggest Treatment For The Sudden Onset Of Tinnitus

Posted on Tue, 20 Dec 2016

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Question : All of a sudden I started having this noise in my head. It sounds just like
Crickets only it is a constant sound

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (16 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take treatment as advised

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You are having tinnitus. You should get examined for any hearing loss or ear discharge. Blood pressure should be measured and if raised should be controlled.

Drugs like Amitriptyline can be taken for symptomatic relief.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Regards,
Dr. Neeraj Kumar
Neurologist

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