Sometimes the ears suddenly start ringing—what could be the reason?
Dec 06, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Sometimes, tinnitus may occur suddenly due to prolonged exposure to noisy environments, neural tinnitus, sudden sensorineural hearing loss, or other causes, and symptomatic treatment should be provided according to the specific underlying condition. Additionally, sudden tinnitus might also result from insufficient blood supply to the brain, which requires medical treatment under a doctor's guidance. It is also important to maintain a balanced diet in daily life.
Sudden tinnitus may sometimes occur due to prolonged exposure to noisy environments, neurological tinnitus, sudden sensorineural hearing loss, or other causes. Symptomatic treatment should be provided according to the specific underlying condition.
1. Prolonged exposure to noisy environments
If someone has been exposed to loud noise over a long period—such as sudden blasts of sound or excessive use of headphones—this can lead to sudden tinnitus. It's important to avoid noisy environments. In mild cases, symptoms often resolve spontaneously; however, in severe cases, timely medical evaluation and active treatment at a hospital are necessary.
2. Neurological tinnitus
Neurological tinnitus refers to the perception of abnormal sounds, such as a buzzing or cicada-like noise, in the absence of external stimuli. It is often accompanied by sudden onset of tinnitus and should be treated under a doctor’s guidance with medications such as vinpocetine tablets or mecobalamin dispersible tablets.
3. Sudden sensorineural hearing loss
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss occurs abruptly and mainly presents as unilateral hearing loss. It is often accompanied by sudden tinnitus, nausea, and vomiting. Under medical supervision, medications such as mecobalamin tablets and vitamin B1 may be prescribed to alleviate symptoms.
In addition, sudden tinnitus could also result from insufficient cerebral blood supply. Treatment should be administered under a doctor's guidance, and maintaining a balanced diet in daily life is recommended.
