Pulsating Tinnitus

Fluid in the middle ear; the middle ear usually contains only air, but sometimes can fill with fluid as the result of an infection or inflammation. Other symptoms, such as discomfort, feelings or pressure or loss of hearing, may be present. This can usually be treated with antibiotics or nasal sprays, but some extreme cases may require surgery.

Other ear conditions such as Meniere's disease can result in Pulsating Tinnitus.

Tumors in the middle ear, known as Glomus tumors, can cause Pulsating Tinnitus as they demand an increased blood supply. These tumors are usually benign, and easily treatable.

Other inner ear Conditions such as Eustachian tube dysfunction can also cause Pulsating Tinnitus. Pulsating Tinnitus can also be caused by a Carotid artery-cavernous sinus fistula. This is an abnormality between a large artery and a large venous pool which develops within the cranial cavity. This can result from trauma to the area, such as an injury.

AVM (Arteriovenous malformations); these are abnormal arteries and veins which can occur in the cranial cavity and affect the auditory nerve by pulsating against it, causing Pulsating tinnitus noise.

Pulsating Tinnitus is generally the result of a change in the blood flow in the blood vessels near to the ear, ie in the neck and the base of the skull. This can occur for a variety of reasons;

Inceased blood flow; quick flowing blood causes more noise than slower flowing blood, usually heard as a humming noise known as Venous Hum, which may beat in time with the pulse. Blood flow can increase in people who are pregnant or suffering from anaemia.

When the arteries become hardened due to atherosclerosis, the inside of the blood vessels becomes rough, and the flow of blood is affected, causing greater noise.

Standard methods of treating tinnitus can be effective in treating pulsating tinnitus.

For Tinnitus caused by ear infections, antibiotics can be prescribed to treat this.

If the tinnitus is caused by benign tumors (known as neuromas) in the inner ear, which can usually be removed surgically. In most cases the tinnitus will disappear as soon as the cause is treated.

Stress can also exacerbate the symptoms of tinnitus, so try to reduce the amount of stress in your life.

Boost your immune system to enable your body to heal itself; make sure you get adequate rest and sleep, and that you have plenty of zinc in your diet. Supplements such as Ginkgo Biloba can boost the immune system and improve blood circulation. You can buy Ginkgo Biloba and other supplements from HealthSense Nutrition.

It is possible to mask the sounds associated with tinnitus with white noise generators or maskers, which can either be worn in the ear like a hearing aid, or used as free standing units to fit on a desk or bedside table. The photo above shows the Marpac Mechanical Sound Conditioner. These can promote relaxation and restful sleep, and can desensitize the brain to tinnitus noises. You can also try listening to calming music or CD compilations of natural sounds.

Other people have found alternative therapies such as massage beneficial in treating the symptoms of tinnitus.

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