What does it mean when you fet a sudden ringing sound in your ear?
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http://www.ata.org/\nhttp://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=20474 :\nRinging in the ears: Medically called tinnitus, this can arise in any of "the four sections of the ear" -- the outer ear, the middle ear, the inner ear, and the brain -- and can be due to many causes including ear infections, fluid in the ears, Meniere syndrome (the combination of tinnitus and deafness), some medications such as aspirin and other nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aging, and ear trauma (such as from the noise of planes, firearms, or loud music). In rare situations, tinnitus may also be due to an aneurysm or an acoustic neuroma (a benign tumor on the acoustic nerve). Woodwind players are more likely to experience tinnitus than other orchestral players, probably because they usually sit just in front of the brass. If tinnitus persists or its cause is unknown, a hearing test (audiogram) should be done. Measures can be taken to lessen the intensity of tinnitus or to mask it.
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I presume that you are speaking of tinnitus.  I was diagnosed with it, and am receiving 10% because of it.  If you have it (read: diagnosed that it was due to military service), put in an appeal for your current reading, or ask for a review.
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It could be that your jaw was misaligned by the accident, causing TMJ disorder which can induce tinnitus.  If this is the case, treatment could help.  It could also be something as simple as impacted wax.  Have you seen an ENT specialist?  There are small devices that can be worn in the ear which produce "white noise" to mask the buzzing.  Good luck.
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I get that a lot and find it really annoying too. I usually get that noise in my ears after listening to loud music etc. If your hearing is affected then maybe ask your GP for a hearing test to check it out.
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You may have developed what's known as hypersensitive hearing. Unless it really bothers you alot, don't worry, it will likely go away. Sometimes medications can cause it, or even some illnesses in various phases. I experience this once in awhile, actually when my medication is not working so well. It's annoying at times, but kind of neat at other times. I've learned to enjoy the cocophony of sounds that I can hear.
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Sounds to me, you might have tinnitus like I do! See an ENT, the'll have you get an MRI of the head and if they don't find anything wrong, I'm afraid they'll tell you what they told me, learn to live with it which is easy for them to say!! I've had it for a year now and I don't mean to discourage you but the noise drives you crazy!!!
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As long as its not a "ringing". That is a symptom of high blood pressure at times.  Squeaking may be fluid in the ear....not sure. Call your doctor to be sure.
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It sounds like tinnitus.  It can be caused by many things.  Everyone experiences it at one stage or another in life - like when coming back from a rock concert or something.  Some times it can be related to other health problems, so it might be worth a visit to the doctor to see if it can be linked to any other problems you may have.  \n\nIf it IS tinnitus, at this stage, there is no cure for it.  There are some drugs on the market, but some of the most well known like Trebonin are actually severely over-hyped and have not had the success they claim to have had.  I found this out from my doctor when I went to enquire about using it myself!
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What you describe is called tinnitus. Pronounced "tin'-nih-tuss" and "tin-nye'-tuss).  It's very common and usually benign, just annoying.  However, it can be caused by some conditions that are not so nice.  I used to work Head & Neck surgery.  Have it checked out by an ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat specialist).
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that sounds like stress my friend. go see a doctor now. don't mean to alarm you, but it could be bells palsy. that happend to a friend of mine and he started with the symptoms you just explained. go see a doctor now!!!
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It could be tinnitus and you should see your doctor--unless maybe you still have the earbud to your ipod in it?
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What is tinnitus?\n\nTinnitus is a ringing, swishing, or other type of noise that seems to originate in the ear or head. In many cases it is not a serious problem, but rather a nuisance that may in time go away. It is not a single disease, but a symptom of an underlying condition. Nearly 36 million Americans suffer from this disorder. In almost all cases, only the patient can hear the noise.\n\nWhat causes tinnitus?\n\nTinnitus can arise in any of the four sections of the ear: the outer ear, the middle ear, the inner ear, and the brain. Some tinnitus or head noise is normal. If for example, one goes into a sound proof booth and normal outside noise is diminished, one becomes aware of these normal sounds. We are usually not aware of these normal body sounds, because outside noise "masks" them. Anything, such as wax or a foreign body in the external ear, that blocks these background sounds will cause us to be more aware of our own head sounds. Fluid, infection, or disease of the middle ear bones or ear drum (tympanic membrane) can also cause tinnitus.\n\nOne of the most common causes of tinnitus is damage to the microscopic endings of the hearing nerve in the inner ear. Advancing age is generally accompanied by a certain amount of hearing nerve impairment, and consequently tinnitus. Loud noise exposure is a very common cause of tinnitus today, and it often damages hearing as well. Unfortunately, many people are unconcerned about the harmful effects of excessively loud noise, firearms, and high intensity music. Some medications (aspirin, for example) and other diseases of the inner ear (Meniere's syndrome) can cause tinnitus. Tinnitus can in rare situations be a symptom of such serious problems as an aneurysm or a brain tumor (acoustic tumor).
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To tell you the truth I didn't know what tinnitus was.  I looked it up and discovered that I have it ever once in a while, not often though.  I just assumed that everyone had ringing in the ears.  I found a good site but don't know how to cut and  paste yet.  I just typed in the word tinnitus and it took me to google.  I believe it was on page three that lists some kind of help for this.  Good Luck
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You are not losing your hearing, but you will hear a little less due to the ringing. It is the air rushing in your ear canal It is called Tinnitus, ( I think I spelled it right )nerve transmits impules to the brain it is the vibration produced from the external soundswaves ( like air) rushing. I have it ,for the past 7 years now.\nBut your Dr. can tell you more.
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Any sudden hearing loss should be evaluated by an Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose & Throat) ASAP - the sooner you treat it, the more effective treatment will be.  Be as detailed as possible with your history and symptoms, especially medications, headaches, dizziness, tinnitus (noises in the ear).\n\nThe Piroxicam website says to contact your physician immediately if you experience ringing in your ears, but doesn't mention hearing loss:\nhttp://www.piroxicam.com/product_info_7.htm\n\nPotential causes could be an unrelated build-up of ear wax, or fluid in the middle-ear space behind the ear drum; or it could be an inner ear problem which may require antibiotic and/or steroid treatment.  \n**Again, it is crucial to get a prompt, accurate diagnosis, so see and Ear Specialist and make sure the evaluation includes a complete audiological evaluation to aid in diagnosis, and compare after treatment.**  \n\nCall your primary doctor and/or insurance company to find a specialist in your area that participates with your insurance, and call around to find one who can see you tomorrow morning, if at all possible.  Good luck, I hope you feel better soon!
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Tinnitus          \nit is called Tinnitus\n \nTinnitus, or 'ringing in the ears', refers to hearing sounds such as tones, whistling, wind rushing, crickets, etc. that aren't acoustically generated. In other words, a person with Tinnitus can hear them in a quiet room. The most common Tinnitus sound is a tone.\n\nMost people experience a temporary Tinnitus condition at some point in their life, such as after a loud concert, or as a complication to an inner ear infection. Unfortunately for more than 16% of the adult population, this condition is chronic - it never goes away. Of the 50+ million people in North America with chronic Tinnitus, 12 million have a severe case. For these people it is not unusual to perceive a tone greater than 90 dB-SPL. Note that 80dB-SPL is the level in industry at which a hearing conservation program is required. (Room-level conversation is typically 65 dB-SPL and a jet engine is around 110 dB-SPL) \n\nChronic Tinnitus can be caused in a number of ways: an over-exposure to constant loud or explosive noise (on the job exposure is a common source), reaction to medication, a head injury (car crashes are a common source), complication of illness, and others. \n\nOne of the most common complaints related to Tinnitus is that it adversely affects sleeping patterns. Sufferers find they can't get to sleep in a quiet room because of the annoying sound they perceive in their head. For many, this results in being progressively sleep deprived, and can start a downward spiral in psychological health. The reality is that Tinnitus is the only hearing affliction where anxiety, depression, and contemplating suicide are normal psychological complications. For most sufferers, their perceived level of Tinnitus is not constant and can worsen from exposure to high intensity noise, negative emotional pressures, heavy physical exertion, caffeine, salt, tobacco, allergens, and certain medications. Note that a common complication of aspirin for Tinnitus sufferers is that it temporarily worsens (makes louder) their Tinnitus. \n\nOutside of a cure, the most common desire of Tinnitus sufferers is to be able to control their Tinnitus rather than have it control them. A major factor in this is being able to sleep well and have the energy to face Tinnitus every day. When Tinnitus sufferers feel they have control, they are able to lead productive lives and many are able to get off all medications. The key to getting control is working with an audiologist to establish a personal Tinnitus management program. \n\nA Tinnitus Management program is a set of coping strategies that may vary depending on the level of activity and environment. It rarely is a one-component program. Typical program components include hearing aids, masking, residual inhibition, dietary and lifestyle changes, counseling, and support groups
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It is not silence you hear, it is some of your overstimulated hearing cells finally calming down. \nRemember if you go to a rock concert or listen to loud music you will afterwards experience ringing in your ears which eventually will go away. Same thing, only you haven't been listening to something that loud, so the ringing in our ears isn't as loud, you only hear it if it is really quiet. I think it is called a threshold shift in your ears. \nIt's all in your head.