A hearing research charity has published information for tinnitus sufferers to help them manage the condition.
Tinnitus causes ringing in the ears or head, with the noise generated within the body rather than coming from an external source. The noise level can range from a light buzzing to a constant roar of sound. It can often be caused by working conditions, particularly among those working with noisy industrial equipment, or in call centres.
According to Deafness Research UK, some 9 million people in the UK suffer from tinnitus, many of them also coping with hearing loss, but less than £2 a year is spent per capita on finding treatments. The charity recently issued a leaflet entitled ‘Managing Tinnitus’, which offers advice on how to manage the condition based on the latest research. For example, current thinking is that many sufferers could benefit from using a hearing aid, and Deafness Research UK encourages people to at least have a discussion with their GP on the subject.
The leaflet also provides details of potential causes of the condition, together with information on the range of treatments available, as well as advice about complementary therapies, diet and lifestyle.
“Not enough is known about this very complex condition and we are committed to finding treatments and cures, as well as keep sufferers up to date on the latest information available,” said Vivienne Michael, CEO of the charity. “While committed to cutting-edge research and delivering practical information to health professionals, we also remain focused on communicating the benefits of our latest research to those directly affected. By making our advice free of charge, we hope as many tinnitus sufferers as possible will be able to gain some relief from what can be a highly distressing and devastating condition.”
The new leaflet is freely available on the organisation’s website at www.deafnessresearch.org.uk It also operates a freephone helpline for sufferers and those who suspect they may have the condition – it can be reached on 0808 808 2222.
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