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Calculated Shard: 75 (from laksa147)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa075.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/tinnitus\/","crawl_time":1775479012,"first_indexed_time":1510113479,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"uk,nhs,www!\/conditions\/tinnitus\/ s443","src_root_hash":"11359509702434384875","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Tinnitus - NHS","meta_descriptions":["Find out about tinnitus (hearing ringing or buzzing), including what you can do to help you cope with it and when to get medical help."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself.\nSymptoms of tinnitus\nTinnitus can sound like:\nringing\nbuzzing\nwhooshing\nhumming\nhissing\nthrobbing\nmusic or singing\nYou may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time.\nCauses of tinnitus\nIt's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to:\nsome form of\nhearing loss\nMénière's disease\nconditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis\nanxiety or depression\ntaking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics,\nnon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)\nand aspirin\nNon-urgent advice:\nSee a GP if:\nyou have tinnitus regularly or constantly\nyour tinnitus is getting worse\nyour tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed\nUrgent advice:\nAsk for an urgent GP appointment if:\nyou have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse\nWhat happens at your appointment\nThe GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an\near infection\nor a build-up of\nearwax\n.\nThey might also check for any hearing loss.\nYou may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment.\nImmediate action required:\nGo to A&E or call 999 if:\nyou have tinnitus after a head injury\nyou have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo)\nInformation:\nDo not drive to A&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance.\nBring any medicines you take with you.\nThings you can try to help cope with tinnitus\nIf you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope.\nDo\ntry to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help\ntry to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine\ntry to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises\njoin a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope\nDon’t\ndo not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus\ndo not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it\nTreatments for tinnitus\nIf the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy.\nThis could be:\ncognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)\n– to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety\ntinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it\ntinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus\nYou'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone.\nTinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately.\nIf you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended.\nVideo: Tinnitus\nIn this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it.\nMedia last reviewed: 1 June 2024\nMedia review due: 1 June 2027\nPage last reviewed: 12 January 2024\nNext review due: 12 January 2027","attrs_markdown":"\n\n[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/tinnitus\/#maincontent)\n\n- [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n- [NHS services](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/)\n- [Healthy living](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/)\n- [Mental health](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/)\n- [Care and support](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/social-care-and-support\/)\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n- Browse More\n\n1. [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n2. [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n3. [Conditions A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/)\n\n[Back to Conditions A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/)\n\n# Tinnitus\n**Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself.**\n\n## Symptoms of tinnitus\nTinnitus can sound like:\n\n- ringing\n- buzzing\n- whooshing\n- humming\n- hissing\n- throbbing\n- music or singing\n\nYou may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time.\n\n## Causes of tinnitus\nIt's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to:\n\n- some form of [hearing loss](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hearing-loss\/)\n- [Ménière's disease](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/menieres-disease\/)\n- conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis\n- anxiety or depression\n- taking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, [non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/nsaids\/) and aspirin\n\n## Non-urgent advice: See a GP if:\n- you have tinnitus regularly or constantly\n- your tinnitus is getting worse\n- your tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed\n\n## Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment if:\n- you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse\n\n## What happens at your appointment\nThe GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an [ear infection](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/ear-infections\/) or a build-up of [earwax](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/earwax-build-up\/).\n\nThey might also check for any hearing loss.\n\nYou may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment.\n\n## Immediate action required: Go to A\\&E or call 999 if:\n- you have tinnitus after a head injury\n- you have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo)\n\nInformation:\n\nDo not drive to A\\&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance.\n\nBring any medicines you take with you.\n\n## Things you can try to help cope with tinnitus\nIf you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope.\n\n### Do\n- try to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help\n- try to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine\n- try to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises\n- join a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope\n\n### Don’t\n- do not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus\n- do not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it\n\nInformation:\n\n[The Tinnitus UK website has more information about self-help for tinnitus](https:\/\/tinnitus.org.uk\/support-for-you\/what-can-i-do\/self-help-tips\/). Their free helpline number is 0800 018 0527.\n\nYou can also [find a tinnitus support group near you on the Tinnitus UK website](https:\/\/tinnitus.org.uk\/how-we-can-help\/support-groups\/).\n\n## Treatments for tinnitus\nIf the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy.\n\nThis could be:\n\n- [cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/tests-and-treatments\/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt\/) – to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety\n- tinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it\n- tinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus\n\nYou'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone.\n\nTinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately.\n\nIf you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended.\n\n## Video: Tinnitus\nIn this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it.\n\nMedia last reviewed: 1 June 2024  \n Media review due: 1 June 2027\n\nPage last reviewed: 12 January 2024  \n Next review due: 12 January 2027\n\n## Support links\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/)\n- [Health A to Z](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/health-a-to-z\/)\n- [NHS services](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/)\n- [Healthy living](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/)\n- [Mental health](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/mental-health\/)\n- [Care and support](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/social-care-and-support\/)\n- [COVID-19](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/covid-19\/)\n\n- [NHS App](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-app\/)\n- [Find my NHS number](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/online-services\/find-nhs-number\/)\n- [View your GP health record](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/gps\/view-your-gp-health-record\/)\n- [View your test results](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-services\/online-services\/view-your-test-results\/)\n- [About the NHS](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/using-the-nhs\/about-the-nhs\/)\n- [Healthcare abroad](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/using-the-nhs\/healthcare-abroad\/)\n\n- [Other NHS websites](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/nhs-sites\/)\n- [Profile editor login](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/profile-editor-login\/)\n\n- [About us](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/about-us\/)\n- [Report an issue with the NHS website](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/report-an-issue-with-the-nhs-website)\n- [Accessibility statement](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/accessibility-statement\/)\n- [Our policies](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/)\n- [Cookies](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/our-policies\/choose-your-cookie-settings\/)\n\n© Crown copyright","attrs_readable_markdown":"**Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself.**\n\n## Symptoms of tinnitus\nTinnitus can sound like:\n\n- ringing\n- buzzing\n- whooshing\n- humming\n- hissing\n- throbbing\n- music or singing\n\nYou may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time.\n\n## Causes of tinnitus\nIt's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to:\n\n- some form of [hearing loss](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hearing-loss\/)\n- [Ménière's disease](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/menieres-disease\/)\n- conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis\n- anxiety or depression\n- taking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, [non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/nsaids\/) and aspirin\n\n## Non-urgent advice: See a GP if:\n- you have tinnitus regularly or constantly\n- your tinnitus is getting worse\n- your tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed\n\n## Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment if:\n- you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse\n\n## What happens at your appointment\nThe GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an [ear infection](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/ear-infections\/) or a build-up of [earwax](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/earwax-build-up\/).\n\nThey might also check for any hearing loss.\n\nYou may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment.\n\n## Immediate action required: Go to A\\&E or call 999 if:\n- you have tinnitus after a head injury\n- you have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo)\n\nInformation:\n\nDo not drive to A\\&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance.\n\nBring any medicines you take with you.\n\n## Things you can try to help cope with tinnitus\nIf you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope.\n\n### Do\n- try to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help\n- try to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine\n- try to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises\n- join a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope\n\n### Don’t\n- do not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus\n- do not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it\n\n## Treatments for tinnitus\nIf the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy.\n\nThis could be:\n\n- [cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)](https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/tests-and-treatments\/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt\/) – to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety\n- tinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it\n- tinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus\n\nYou'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone.\n\nTinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately.\n\nIf you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended.\n\n## Video: Tinnitus\nIn this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it.\n\nMedia last reviewed: 1 June 2024  \n Media review due: 1 June 2027\n\nPage last reviewed: 12 January 2024  \n Next review due: 12 January 2027","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself. Symptoms of tinnitus Tinnitus can sound like: ringing buzzing whooshing humming hissing throbbing music or singing You may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time. Causes of tinnitus It's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to: some form of hearing loss Ménière's disease conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis anxiety or depression taking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and aspirin Non-urgent advice: See a GP if: you have tinnitus regularly or constantly your tinnitus is getting worse your tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment if: you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse What happens at your appointment The GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an ear infection or a build-up of earwax . They might also check for any hearing loss. You may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment. Immediate action required: Go to A&E or call 999 if: you have tinnitus after a head injury you have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo) Information: Do not drive to A&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance. Bring any medicines you take with you. Things you can try to help cope with tinnitus If you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope. Do try to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help try to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine try to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises join a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope Don’t do not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus do not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it Treatments for tinnitus If the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy. This could be: cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) – to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety tinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it tinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus You'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone. Tinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately. If you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended. Video: Tinnitus In this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it. Media last reviewed: 1 June 2024 Media review due: 1 June 2027 Page last reviewed: 12 January 2024 Next review due: 12 January 2027
Markdown	[Skip to main content](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus/#maincontent) - [Health A to Z](https://www.nhs.uk/health-a-to-z/) - [NHS services](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/) - [Healthy living](https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/) - [Mental health](https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/) - [Care and support](https://www.nhs.uk/social-care-and-support/) - [Home](https://www.nhs.uk/) - Browse More 1. [Home](https://www.nhs.uk/) 2. [Health A to Z](https://www.nhs.uk/health-a-to-z/) 3. [Conditions A to Z](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/) [Back to Conditions A to Z](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/) # Tinnitus Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself. ## Symptoms of tinnitus Tinnitus can sound like: - ringing - buzzing - whooshing - humming - hissing - throbbing - music or singing You may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time. ## Causes of tinnitus It's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to: - some form of [hearing loss](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hearing-loss/) - [Ménière's disease](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menieres-disease/) - conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis - anxiety or depression - taking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, [non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)](https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/nsaids/) and aspirin ## Non-urgent advice: See a GP if: - you have tinnitus regularly or constantly - your tinnitus is getting worse - your tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed ## Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment if: - you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse ## What happens at your appointment The GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an [ear infection](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ear-infections/) or a build-up of [earwax](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/earwax-build-up/). They might also check for any hearing loss. You may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment. ## Immediate action required: Go to A\&E or call 999 if: - you have tinnitus after a head injury - you have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo) Information: Do not drive to A\&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance. Bring any medicines you take with you. ## Things you can try to help cope with tinnitus If you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope. ### Do - try to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help - try to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine - try to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises - join a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope ### Don’t - do not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus - do not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it Information: [The Tinnitus UK website has more information about self-help for tinnitus](https://tinnitus.org.uk/support-for-you/what-can-i-do/self-help-tips/). Their free helpline number is 0800 018 0527. You can also [find a tinnitus support group near you on the Tinnitus UK website](https://tinnitus.org.uk/how-we-can-help/support-groups/). ## Treatments for tinnitus If the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy. This could be: - [cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/) – to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety - tinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it - tinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus You'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone. Tinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately. If you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended. ## Video: Tinnitus In this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it. 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Readable Markdown	Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It's not usually a sign of anything serious and may get better by itself. ## Symptoms of tinnitus Tinnitus can sound like: - ringing - buzzing - whooshing - humming - hissing - throbbing - music or singing You may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time. ## Causes of tinnitus It's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to: - some form of [hearing loss](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hearing-loss/) - [Ménière's disease](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menieres-disease/) - conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis - anxiety or depression - taking certain medicines – tinnitus can be a side effect of some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, [non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)](https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/nsaids/) and aspirin ## Non-urgent advice: See a GP if: - you have tinnitus regularly or constantly - your tinnitus is getting worse - your tinnitus is bothering you – for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious and depressed ## Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment if: - you have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse ## What happens at your appointment The GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, like an [ear infection](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ear-infections/) or a build-up of [earwax](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/earwax-build-up/). They might also check for any hearing loss. You may be referred to a specialist for further tests and treatment. ## Immediate action required: Go to A\&E or call 999 if: - you have tinnitus after a head injury - you have tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, weakness in the muscles of your face, or a spinning sensation (vertigo) Information: Do not drive to A\&E. Ask someone to drive you or call 999 and ask for an ambulance. Bring any medicines you take with you. ## Things you can try to help cope with tinnitus If you have tinnitus there are things you can do to help cope. ### Do - try to relax – deep breathing or yoga may help - try to find ways to improve your sleep, such as sticking to a bedtime routine or cutting down on caffeine - try to avoid things that can make tinnitus worse, such as stress or loud background noises - join a support group – talking to other people with tinnitus may help you cope ### Don’t - do not have total silence – listening to soft music or sounds (called sound therapy) may distract you from the tinnitus - do not focus on it, as this can make it worse – hobbies and activities may take your mind off it ## Treatments for tinnitus If the cause of your tinnitus is unknown or cannot be treated, your GP or specialist may refer you for a type of talking therapy. This could be: - [cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/) – to change the way you think about your tinnitus and reduce anxiety - tinnitus counselling – to help you learn about your tinnitus and find ways of coping with it - tinnitus retraining therapy – using sound therapy to retrain your brain to tune out and be less aware of the tinnitus You'll usually be offered digital CBT first, which is a type of CBT that's delivered through an online programme or app on your computer, tablet or smartphone. Tinnitus retraining therapy may be available on the NHS for people with severe or persistent tinnitus. It's unclear if tinnitus retraining therapy works for everyone. It's widely available privately. If you have hearing loss, hearing aids may be recommended. ## Video: Tinnitus In this video, learn about tinnitus, its possible causes and the effects and how to deal with it. Media last reviewed: 1 June 2024 Media review due: 1 June 2027 Page last reviewed: 12 January 2024 Next review due: 12 January 2027
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