Tinnitus sounds like mosquitoes buzzing around the ear.
May 11, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Tinnitus that sounds like mosquitoes buzzing around the ear may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions, such as otitis media or sensorineural tinnitus. Besides these common causes, it could also result from a perforated eardrum, which can be treated with tympanoplasty. During treatment, adequate sleep should be maintained. If symptoms do not improve after treatment, prompt medical attention is necessary.
Generally, tinnitus that sounds like mosquitoes buzzing around the ear may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as otitis media or sensorineural tinnitus. Specific details are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
Working frequently in noisy environments may irritate the eardrum and easily lead to tinnitus. In severe cases, it may even affect the patient's hearing. Improving the work environment and using earplugs when necessary can help alleviate these uncomfortable symptoms.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Otitis Media
This may be caused by bacterial infection or ear trauma. Under such stimuli, purulent infection may develop in the middle ear, leading to symptoms such as hearing loss, tinnitus, and a feeling of ear fullness. Treatment may include medications such as levofloxacin hydrochloride ear drops, ciprofloxacin hydrochloride ear drops, or lomefloxacin hydrochloride ear drops, used under a doctor’s guidance.
2. Sensorineural Tinnitus
The onset is often associated with lesions in the central auditory pathway or excessive mental stress. These factors can cause varying degrees of nerve damage in the ear, resulting in sounds such as high-pitched ringing or rumbling noises, accompanied by symptoms like hearing loss and dizziness. Medications such as mecobalamin tablets, vitamin B1 tablets, and vitamin B12 tablets may be taken under medical supervision.
In addition to the above common causes, tinnitus may also result from external otitis, tympanic membrane perforation, or external auditory canal cholesteatoma, which may require surgical treatment such as tympanoplasty. During treatment, adequate sleep should be maintained. If symptoms do not improve after treatment, prompt medical consultation is necessary.
