Our Clinical Perspective Category - Tinnitus

Jun

Hearing Health for Musicians and Performers

Sound is more than a daily sensory experience for musicians and performers—it's fundamental to their passion, artistry, and professional success. However, prolonged exposure to loud music and frequent performances can significantly increase their risk for auditory issues, i...

Jun

How is Tinnitus Diagnosed?

You may have tinnitus if you experience ringing, buzzing, or other unusual sounds in your ears without an external noise source. At Louisiana ENT Specialists, our team of highly trained, board-certified ENT specialists brings decades of experience diagnosing and treating auditory...

Jun

Are Tinnitus and Dementia Related?

Tinnitus—the perception of ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears when no external sound is present—affects millions of people worldwide. While it is commonly linked to hearing loss or exposure to loud noise, recent studies have explored its potential connection to...

Jun

Why Does Tinnitus Get Louder?

At Louisiana ENT Specialists (LENTS), we understand how debilitating tinnitus can be and are here to provide expert care and guidance tailored to your needs. Tinnitus, often described as a persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears, can vary in intensity. For some, it&rs...

Jun

Can Hearing Aids Make Tinnitus Worse?

Tinnitus, often described as a constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears, can be a frustrating and persistent issue for many people. While hearing aids are commonly used to help manage hearing loss, they can also relieve tinnitus by masking the bothersome noise. How...

Jun

HOW IS TINNITUS TREATED?

Tinnitus is a condition that causes the person to hear sounds that have no external cause. If you have tinnitus, you might hear ringing, whistling, whooshing, crackling, popping or various other sounds. While the exact cause of tinnitus isn't known, it’s possible that...

Jun

3 WAYS TINNITUS IMPACTS QUALITY OF LIFE

If you have had the sensation of hearing a ringing in your ear but can't seem to find a ringing phone, you are likely experiencing a characteristic of tinnitus. Tinnitus can be characterized as hearing a sound with no external source. For some, this sound can be a...