Tinnitus is different for everyone. We’ll take the time to understand your tinnitus, your hearing and how it affects you, then develop a personalised management plan based on your individual needs.
For people who have tinnitus alongside hearing loss, hearing aids can sometimes make tinnitus less noticeable by improving access to everyday sounds. We can discuss whether hearing aids or other tinnitus management strategies may be appropriate for you.
Tinnitus management is not always a one-off appointment. We can review how you’re progressing, answer questions and adjust your management strategies over time to help you find the approach that works best for you.
Tinnitus is the experience of hearing sounds such as ringing, buzzing, humming or hissing when there is no external sound present. It can affect people very differently — for some it is barely noticeable, while for others it can interfere with concentration, sleep or everyday life.
Because tinnitus is often associated with changes in hearing, a comprehensive hearing assessment is an important place to start. We will take the time to understand your tinnitus, examine your ear health and assess your hearing to help determine the most appropriate next steps.
For people who have tinnitus alongside hearing loss, hearing aids can sometimes make tinnitus less noticeable by improving access to everyday sounds. Other management strategies may also be helpful depending on your individual circumstances.
Our approach is personalised. We will explain your results, discuss the options available to you and, where appropriate, recommend further medical assessment or referral.
If tinnitus is bothering you, you don't have to simply put up with it. We are here to help you better understand your tinnitus and explore strategies that may make it easier to manage.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when there is no external sound present. It is commonly described as ringing, buzzing, humming, hissing or roaring and may be heard in one ear, both ears or in the head. Tinnitus affects people differently — for some it is only mildly noticeable, while for others it can affect sleep, concentration and quality of life.
Tinnitus can have many possible causes and is commonly associated with hearing loss or exposure to loud noise. It can also be associated with ear conditions, certain medications and other health conditions. Sometimes there is no obvious cause.
Because tinnitus can occur alongside hearing loss, a hearing and ear health assessment can be a useful first step. Depending on your symptoms and assessment results, further medical investigation may also be recommended.
For people who have tinnitus alongside hearing loss, hearing aids can sometimes make tinnitus less noticeable by improving access to everyday sounds. This may reduce the contrast between tinnitus and the sounds around you.
It is a good idea to discuss new or persistent tinnitus with a healthcare professional. Seek prompt medical attention if tinnitus begins suddenly, is only in one ear, pulses in time with your heartbeat, or occurs alongside sudden hearing loss, dizziness, weakness or other neurological symptoms.
An audiologist can assess your hearing and ear health and, where appropriate, recommend referral to your GP or an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist for further investigation.
Trafalgar Primary Care
5 Contingent St,
Trafalgar, VIC 3824
