Tinnitus
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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. 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.
It's not always clear what causes tinnitus, but it's often linked to:
- Some form of hearing loss.
- Conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders or multiple sclerosis.
- Anxiety or depression.
- Taking certain medicines. Tinnitus can be a side effect or some chemotherapy medicines, antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and aspirin.
Your GP can refer you to Audiology or ENT for help and Support 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.
- You have tinnitus that beats in time with your pulse.
Further Information about NHS Audiology services available in your area can be found by accessing your local Health Board Website below.
Aneurin Bevan Health Board is responsible for NHS services in:
Blaenau Gwent
Caerphilly
Monmouthshire
Newport
Torfaen
Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Website.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is responsible for NHS services in:
Anglesey
Gwynedd
Conwy
Denbighshire
Flintshire
Wrexham
Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Website.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is responsible for NHS services in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Website.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is responsible for NHS services in:
Bridgend
Merthyr Tydfil
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board website.
Hywel Dda University Health Board is responsible for NHS services in:
Carmarthenshire
Ceredigion
Pembrokeshire
Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Hywel Dda University Health Board Website.
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for NHS services in Powys. Further information about the NHS Audiology services in this area can be found on the Powys Teaching Health Board Website.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is responsible for NHS services in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot, as well as some specialist regional services. Further information about the NHS Audiology services in these areas can be found on the Swansea Bay University Health Board Website.