Many patients have this question: why does the ear suddenly start ringing without any warning, leading to tinnitus? In fact, the phenomenon of sudden tinnitus is extremely common in daily life. It may seem sudden, but it is actually the result of the long-term effects of various factors. Experts from the Good News ENT Specialty Hospital will provide a detailed introduction on what causes sudden tinnitus.
**What causes sudden tinnitus?**
1. **Ear-originated diseases**, often accompanied by hearing loss
Diseases of the outer ear, such as otitis externa, acute and chronic inflammation of the middle ear, tympanic membrane perforation, etc., can all cause tinnitus. Overuse of drugs that are toxic to the ears, such as gentamicin, streptomycin or kanamycin, can also lead to tinnitus and hearing loss, with tinnitus appearing earlier than hearing loss.
2. **Non-ear-originated diseases**, where patients with these conditions usually experience other symptoms related to their disease.
Vascular diseases can also cause tinnitus, such as glomus jugulare tumor, small vessel dilation in the ear, vascular malformations, vascular tumors, vocal cord polyps. Tinnitus originating from veins often sounds like noise, while tinnitus from arteries is consistent with the pulse. Other systemic diseases can also cause tinnitus, such as autonomic nervous system disorders, cerebral hypoperfusion, pre-stroke conditions, hypertension, hypotension, anemia, diabetes, malnutrition.
In addition to the above reasons, excessive fatigue, insufficient sleep, and excessive stress can also lead to the occurrence of tinnitus.
In terms of treatment for sudden tinnitus, clinical methods such as intravenous infusion, acupuncture, massage, and taking some Chinese medicine often show very poor results. Some doctors may even be at a loss, telling patients that the condition cannot be treated, which can lead to worsening conditions in many patients, and even total deafness, causing great inconvenience to life and work.
**Expert Reminder**
The causes of sudden tinnitus are relatively complex and could be due to one factor or multiple factors acting together. Common drug treatments only address the symptoms and not the root cause. If necessary, professional hospitals should be chosen to scientifically treat tinnitus and improve hearing conditions as soon as possible.
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- Nasal Septum Perforation
- Often occurs during surgery when soft tissue is peeled off roughly, causing bilateral rupture at symmetrical sites.
- Infections in the nasal mucosa can cause perforation even with a single-sided tear.
- Insufficient separation of soft tissues on both sides of the nasal septum can easily lead to tears when removing cartilage or bone.
- Nasal Septum Hematoma
- Caused by bleeding between the perichondrium of the nasal septum. After surgery, if a semi-circular swelling is found on both sides of the nasal septum after removing the packing, with a soft texture, the patient complains of nasal obstruction that does not improve with the use of ephedrine saline solution. Small hematomas may resolve on their own, but larger ones require treatment.
- Nasal Septum Abscess
- Caused by bacterial infection of the nasal septum hematoma. Improper timing of surgery, especially during periods of nasal infection or with purulent secretions, can lead to infection from the incision site.
- Nasal Bridge Collapse
- Often caused by excessive removal of nasal septum cartilage during surgery. Postoperative nasal septum abscess, if not properly managed, can lead to cartilage necrosis and collapse.
- Intracranial Complications
- Although rare, they are serious complications of nasal septum deviation. A nasal septum abscess or cribriform plate damage can increase the risk of intracranial infections.
Experts from the Good News ENT Specialty Hospital kindly remind: Nasal septum deviation is not a minor condition and should not be taken lightly! If relevant symptoms are detected, timely medical examination and treatment according to doctor's advice are essential to avoid severe impacts on daily life.
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