Tinnitus Consultations

Your Tinnitus Consultation

What is Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a sound, when there is no external source for that sound. This can include ringing, buzzing, whistling or hissing sounds in your ears.

At Gt Yarmouth Hearing Care, we know this can range from an annoying sound which can be ignored, right through to a debilitating condition affecting your daily life.

At your tinnitus consultation you can expect the following:

  • A thorough medical history – this explores any possible causes or conditions effecting your tinnitus
  • Physical examination of your ears – this will determine if there is a cause, such as wax or infection, that is contributing to your tinnitus
  • An assessment of your hearing levels – tinnitus is quite often associated with a natural decline in your hearing levels or a sudden loss, caused by, for example, exposure to a loud noise
  • An open discussion with advice and the development of a personalised tinnitus management plan – this can include the use of a hearing system, onward referral to a GP or support groups

The cost of your tinnitus consultation, which will typically take around 60 minutes, is £125