Persistent Tinnitus — Causes, Related Conditions & Affordable Treatment
Persistent Tinnitus can be associated with multiple conditions. Consult a healthcare provider to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Conditions Related to Persistent Tinnitus
Affordable Treatment Options
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About Tinnitus (the broader symptom)
This summary describes Tinnitus, the broader symptom. Persistent Tinnitus is a more specific topic.
Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears. It also can sound like roaring, clicking, hissing, or buzzing. It may be soft or loud, high pitched or low pitched. You might hear it in either one or both ears.
Millions of Americans have tinnitus. People with severe tinnitus may have trouble hearing, working or even sleeping.
Causes of tinnitus include:
Hearing loss in older people
Exposure to loud noises
Ear and sinus infections
Heart or blood vessel problems
Meniere's disease
Brain tumors
Hormonal changes in women
Thyroid problems
Certain medicines
Treatment depends on the cause. Treatments may include hearing aids, sound-masking devices, medicines, and ways to learn how to cope with the noise.
NIH: National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine. MedlinePlus topic page. Topic date: 04/06/2000. MedlinePlus file date: 10/15/2026 02:30:37.
This is not medical advice. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
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