
Does Having a Cold Make Tinnitus Worse?
Explore the connection between illness and tinnitus. Learn how colds and infections can affect tinnitus symptoms and discover effective strategies for managing this condition during sickness.
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Evidence-informed guides on tinnitus, hearing health, and practical day-to-day coping strategies.

Explore the connection between illness and tinnitus. Learn how colds and infections can affect tinnitus symptoms and discover effective strategies for managing this condition during sickness.

Discover effective exercises to manage tinnitus symptoms. Our article outlines 5 targeted techniques to reduce ringing in the ears through neck, jaw, and relaxation exercises. Find relief and improve your quality of life with our practical guide.

Explore effective treatments for misophonia, including sound therapy, psychological support, and lifestyle changes, tailored to manage the intense emotional reactions to specific sounds.

Explore the multifaceted world of hyperacusis with our comprehensive article, delving into the 6 key causes of this challenging auditory condition.

Discover strategies for managing tinnitus during air travel. Learn how to minimize discomfort and enjoy a stress-free flight despite tinnitus.

Do noise-cancelling headphones cause tinnitus? Understand the science and actual implications of the complicated link between headphones and tinnitus.

Discover the complex relationship between tinnitus and anxiety. Learn how these conditions affect each other and what you can do to manage them effectively.

Get insights into unilateral tinnitus, including causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Discover what sudden ringing in one ear means for your hearing health.

Do you ever hear a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears? You're not alone. Tinnitus affects between 10-20% of the population, and it can be an extremely annoying symptom.

Is tinnitus permanent, or will it eventually go away? This condition can range from a minor annoyance to a major disruption. We answer your questions on tinnitus outlook.

Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common medical condition that affects an estimated one billion people worldwide.

In this guest blog post, Chris Williams, founder of Tiggo Care, explores the latest research on whether tinnitus is hereditary, providing insight into the genetic and environmental factors that may be at play. Learn more about how tinnitus is passed down, and what can be done to mitigate it.

Why tinnitus feels worst on waking, the role of sleep, stress and silence, plus practical steps to manage it. Clinically reviewed by Dr Evan Davies, Au.D.

What does it mean when you can hear your heart beating in your ear? Empower yourself with knowledge on pulsatile tinnitus and take control of your health.

Click here to understand the impact of tinnitus during pregnancy. Learn how to cope, reduce your awareness, and find support with tinnitus while pregnant.

Tinnitus often appears after a cold or sinus infection. Learn why post-viral inflammation triggers it, how long it lasts, and evidence-based ways to manage it.

Are your ears ringing after a concert? Does ear ringing go away? Discover the unseen impact and practical strategies to cope with tinnitus from loud music.

Ever been left with a persistent buzzing, hissing or ringing in your ears after an ear infection? This is tinnitus.

Ringing in your ears after a head injury: why it happens, when it settles, and the evidence-based steps that help. Clinically reviewed by Dr Evan Davies, Au.D.

Can a hearing aid help tinnitus? Explore our in-depth guide on the latest research, expert insights, and practical advice on tinnitus and hearing aids.

Lying down makes tinnitus louder: quieter room, blood-flow shifts, attention. Evidence-based ways to sleep better. Clinically reviewed by Dr Evan Davies, Au.D.

Tinnitus, often defined as a ringing, buzzing, or humming in the ears, is a condition that affects millions of people around the world.

Tinnitus, a mysterious and often unsettling condition, is marked by the persistent perception of sound in the ears, even when there is no external source to account for it.

Tinnitus is not a condition in itself but rather a symptom of an underlying cause. We answer questions on tinnitus and explore possible outlooks.

Tinnitus Habituation Guide: Evidence-based strategies for coping. Regain control and manage tinnitus with helpful tips.

Living with Tinnitus: Caris' journey of advocacy and entrepreneurial spirit. How CBT and Oto app transformed her life.

My advice to anyone who has recently started experiencing tinnitus is that it will get better. It may not always feel like it, but with time this will all settle down.

Ever wondered if your tinnitus is normal or common? Here's our complete guide on tinnitus types, how to know which you experience, and how to manage it.

Discover TMD: Common jaw disorders linked with tinnitus. Treatment options explored. Learn more in Oto's concise guide.

Ear plugs can be useful for protecting hearing and reducing tinnitus intrusion. Oto presents everything you need to know about ear plugs and tinnitus.

Exploring the Connection: Menopause and Tinnitus. Learn about menopause and its link to tinnitus, a possible uncommon symptom. Find insights here."

Oto presents an in-depth guide about stress and tinnitus, and what can be done to keep both in check.

Explore the link between headaches and ringing in ears and how understanding these symptoms can improve your quality of life. Tune out tinnitus with Oto.

Tinnitus and Sleep: Can a tinnitus pillow improve your rest? Explore the connection, tips, and how Oto can help you find relief.

Tinnitus & Hearing Loss: Discover the link and effective approaches. Oto presents essential facts for addressing both conditions.

Meditation for Tinnitus Relief: Unlock the power of mindfulness. Learn how meditation can bring peace and relaxation.

Post-COVID Tinnitus: Exploring the link and management. Oto offers insights and tips to treat tinnitus post-vaccine.

Will supplements improve your tinnitus? Here is the essential guide to learn about the potential benefits and risks of using vitamin and mineral supplements for tinnitus.

Relieve tinnitus with a white noise machine. Find the best fit for you with our guide to White noise machines.

Tinnitus & Dizziness: Unraveling the connection. Important considerations and seeking diagnosis for improved quality of life.

Carly has recently founded the Sudden Hearing Loss Support website and gives us an insight into more of her journey.

Can earwax cause tinnitus? Discover the connection between tinnitus and earwax. Learn effective strategies for managing tinnitus symptoms caused by earwax.

Have you ever wondered whether hearing aids help tinnitus? Here's a useful guide to help determine if hearing aids will help your tinnitus.

What is pulsatile tinnitus? Less common, some people with tinnitus report that it sounds like a heart beating in ear, or a pulsing in ear.

The clinical signs your tinnitus may be easing: fewer flare-ups, longer quiet spells, less awareness. Clinically reviewed by Dr Evan Davies, Au.D.

Support for Veterans: Addressing tinnitus challenges. Oto partners with UK Veterans Hearing Foundation for comprehensive care.

It can be confusing and even disappointing to try to figure out what is actually helpful in treating tinnitus and whether there's a cure for tinnitus in 2021.

When struggling with tinnitus you might find you need professional support. This is where Tinnitus Specialists and Hearing Therapists can offer tinnitus help.

Discover the ultimate guide to using noise-cancelling headphones for tinnitus relief. Learn proven methods to enhance your hearing without worsening symptoms.

Is there a link between tinnitus and Covid. The answer is that there are a number of links, though the exact relationships are not yet completely understood.

Mindfulness activities are powerful tools for becoming aware of thoughts and emotions about tinnitus and for developing a more helpful skillset to manage it.

Tinnitus is widespread in today’s society. 1 in 10 people are living with it. However, for many, it is still shrouded in stigma.

Do everyday sounds like a door shutting seem uncomfortably loud? This articles explains what is hyperacusis, how it is linked to tinnitus and how it can be treated.

Do you feel isolated because of your tinnitus? Here's an inspiring story of someone who's had tinnitus for over 20 years and how she has come to habituate.

Positive lifestyle tips to ease tinnitus - a common condition with various forms. Discover effective treatments, stress reduction, and better sleep.
Sound Therapy for Tinnitus: Using external sounds to mask ringing. Discover how it can ease your tinnitus.

Tinnitus Awareness Week (1st -7th Feb) is a great opportunity for everyone interested in tinnitus to help to raise awareness and put tinnitus front and centre in people’s minds.

If your tinnitus is making it difficult to focus or get on with your day to day life, then you might benefit from trying tinnitus mindfulness.

Discover how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can effectively treat tinnitus. Understand the science and methods behind CBT for tinnitus relief.

Deciding which tinnitus app is right for you can be difficult. Here we've selected some of the best apps that encourage self-help and tinnitus management.
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What are tinnitus maskers? How should you use them, and which should you use? In this guide we'll go through how to use these devices as a type of sound therapy.

What happens after you first go to the doctor with tinnitus in the NHS? In this article we'll take you through the typical pathway for NHS tinnitus treatment.

What causes tinnitus? How does it start? We shed some light on the most commonly asked questions about what causes the condition in this comprehensive guide.

What treatments are available for tinnitus? Which of these actually work? We'll cover everything you need to know in this comprehensive guide.

In the silence and calm of night, sleeping with tinnitus can be very difficult. Here are 8 tips to help you sleep with tinnitus.