Tinnitus is one of the most common hearing problems people face, sometimes even daily, which is something we can’t protect ourselves from in most situations.
Exposure to loud noise is quite brutal and can cause a lot of discomfort. One of the problems is when we start hearing sounds the source is not in the environment. People often say they hear sounds like: whistling, whistling, humming, sometimes even whistling. At the beginning of tinnitus, noises are heard very slowly and can be isolated at certain times of the day, but their intensity becomes annoying over time. Tinnitus can start without warning, which causes anxiety and confusion at first.
It is very important to realize that tinnitus is not an action in itself. Specifically, tinnitus is a symptom of a cause that is most often related to damage to the inner parts of the ear, with hearing loss. And, in order to take measures against the appearance of tinnitus or to stop its evolution, we may not be guided by the following.
Take Precautions
When we are exposed to an above average noise intensity event – for example: sporting events or concerts, we will take precautions.
How exactly?
We make sure we get as far away from the speakers and the stage as possible. As important as the distance from the sound source is to take breaks, during which time we will go to a quiet area for 10-15 minutes. In this way we make sure that we rest our hearing, to avoid overloading.
Another way to not protect your hearing is to make sure when listening to music, the sound emitted by the device does not exceed the threshold of 6 decibels or just over half the volume.
What action do we take after exposure to loud noises?
Of course, the actions that follow are closely related to how much your hearing is affected. Sometimes a simple break from noise is all you need, but other times you need to consult an audiologist when you notice a significant hearing loss. It turned out that a third of tinnitus cases are directly related to loud noises. Therefore, when we are exposed to an intensity of sound that is disturbing, without any hearing protection, then we need to consider a hearing test.
It is also advisable to increase the intake of vitamins and minerals, especially those mentioned above, but before introducing dietary supplements, consult your doctor.
The health of our ears is maintained with a diet with as many vitamins and minerals as possible. Among the most important for hearing are magnesium and vitamins B, C, A and E. These vitamins and minerals in particular are a great way to make sure your ears are healthy.
Another important thing is to relax. Two of the causes that aggravate tinnitus are stress and fatigue, so rest and relaxation are essential for your body to have optimal conditions for recovery and healing.