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What Are The Cause And Remedy For Tinnitus ?
Hi! I have had tinnitus for many years, is there any possibility that tinnitus can get worse with the pressure changes in an airplaine?? I had hyberbaric treatment only once and definitely the tinnitus was worse after so I quit, I am sure that was related to the changes of the air pressure. Any medicines you recommend that could reduce tinnitus in general, I have heard about Gabapentin and Clonazepam. Thanks, María
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Hi,
There are several causes for tinnitus. It is important to identify the cause in order to treat the condition effectively. Hearing loss is often associated with Tinnitus. So, it is necessary to get an hearing test (audiogram) done if it is not done already.
The airplane cabin pressure changes during takeoff and landing can have a small and temporary effect on tinnitus is some people with this condition. The loudness may increase or decrease slightly. However most people with tinnitus do not experience these effects. Even if it does occur it would be temporary.
Regarding the management of tinnitus in general I recommend that you follow-up with your ENT specialist and follow his/her advice for
Regards,
Dr. Prasad
There are several causes for tinnitus. It is important to identify the cause in order to treat the condition effectively. Hearing loss is often associated with Tinnitus. So, it is necessary to get an hearing test (audiogram) done if it is not done already.
The airplane cabin pressure changes during takeoff and landing can have a small and temporary effect on tinnitus is some people with this condition. The loudness may increase or decrease slightly. However most people with tinnitus do not experience these effects. Even if it does occur it would be temporary.
Regarding the management of tinnitus in general I recommend that you follow-up with your ENT specialist and follow his/her advice for
Regards,
Dr. Prasad
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