New to tinnitus

If you are new to tinnitus, things can be overwhelming. Here we help you through the key things you need to consider.

Have you seen your GP? 

Firstly, try not to worry.  Tinnitus is an extremely common condition which affects 8 million people in the UK and most people will learn to live with it very quickly.  We are here to help you understand what tinnitus is and also help guide you through some of the things that you can do to help.

You are not alone, and we can help you.

Our experience has been shaped and informed by the hundreds of thousands of people we have supported over many years.

You should arrange to see your GP, they are likely to refer you to an audiologist or an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) department of your local NHS service so that you they can test your hearing and other things.  They should also be able to work with you on a care management plan.

There are guidelines for medical professionals in this area, although some may not be fully aware of this. You can find more information about this here.

We can help with information, advice and guidance and you may find the answers to many of your questions on our website but if you do want to speak to someone then please do contact our helpline or get in touch with our advisors.

Some people may feel overwhelmed with their tinnitus, thankfully this is a relatively small number of people.  If you are felling this way, then please do call our helpline who can advise on what options are available for you.

 

 

What is tinnitus?

Tinnitus is unique to the person experiencing it. But ultimately it is the sensation of hearing a sound when there is no external source for that sound.

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Become a member

Join our Tinnitus UK community and help us make sure no-one faces tinnitus alone. You'll become part of a supportive community, be the first to find out about the latest tinnitus research and management techniques and receive great membership benefits for just £30 a year.

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Try our Tinnitus: The Basics webinar

A 60-minute webinar aimed at people who are new to tinnitus. Covering all the basics including causes of tinnitus, self-help and where to go for further support and more. The recording also includes the Q & A.

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How we can help

We provide free support to anyone living with tinnitus or caring for someone with tinnitus. Here are just some of the ways we can support you.

It does get better

Studies have shown that, over time, in most cases tinnitus disappears completely or the noises reduce to a manageable level as the brain loses interest and stops listening for the signal. This is called habituation. The time this takes varies from person to person – but it does happen!

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