Be sure before sharing FACTSHEET : Ringing in the ears

What is ringing in the ears and when do we hear it? and what to do Here are some facts and expert advice.

Center for sure before sharing, check with Asst. Prof. Siriporn Limpwiriyakul, M.D. Lecturer, Department of Ear, Auditory, Hearing and Balance, Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital

Understanding ringing in the ears

Prof. Dr. Siriporn said, “ringing in the ears is a symptom that can happen to anyone. Normally, when the ear is working, the sound will be sent back as well. when you get older Voice receptor cells begin to deteriorate with age. I had to push harder so I sent my voice back stronger. causing us to hear loud noises in our ears.”

What kind of sound is heard?

“Depending on the frequency of the sound It's mostly a wee sound. If by age or according to the auditory cells in the ear die. It will die at the highs first. But if the sound is low first It will be a buzzing sound like a machine,” Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriporn said.

When will we hear this sound?

“We tend to hear it when we're stressed, can't sleep, or quietly alone, for example when we're in a quiet room and everyone hears the noise in our ears. Conversely, if standing in the street, there will be a louder sound. Our brains choose to listen to louder sounds. It's like we work for fun, not paying attention to the noise of the air conditioner. The noise in the ears is similar to the sound of an air conditioner,” Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriporn said.

Can the sound in the ears that we hear be louder or not?

“The noise in the ears is more or less. It depends on whether to find fault with it or not. Normally, the noise in the inner ear is under everyone's consciousness. when we miss it It will be at the conscious level, ”Asst. Prof. Dr. Siriporn said.

The doctor emphasized that should find the cause first, what is the noise? or may be loud with age If there is noise in one ear And getting louder and louder, others can hear too. should see a doctor because it is likely to come from other illnesses as well But if you only hear Only quiet, probably from normal ear function.

However, noise should be avoided. Maintaining good health, exercising regularly, reducing stress will help prevent premature hearing loss.

Interviewed on: March 15, 2023

Fact Checked by: Peerapol Anutarasoth

Compiled by: Chayanit Phongsai

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Source: Thai News Agency