LIVING WITH TINNITUS
A little understanding.
A little more calm.
Living with tinnitus can feel overwhelming. Start with clear information, explore small everyday steps, and find a way forward that works for you.
Go at your own pace. You don’t have to do everything today.
01 / A CLEARER PICTURE
Understand what you’re hearing.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound without an outside source. It can be ringing, buzzing, hissing or another sound, in one ear or both.
A LITTLE MORE UNDERSTANDING
Want to understand your tinnitus?
Learn about the different types of tinnitus, possible causes and how a hearing assessment can help.
Explore What Is Tinnitus? →02 / SMALL STEPS, EVERY DAY
Make room for a calmer moment.
Try a tool, notice how it feels, and keep what helps. These exercises support wellbeing; they aren’t a tinnitus treatment.
A MOMENT TO RESET
Pause. Soften. Breathe.
Sit comfortably and let your shoulders relax. Follow the guide if it feels comfortable, or simply breathe at your own pace. Stop if you feel dizzy.
No breath holds. No need to force it.
EXPLORE SOUND & ATTENTION
Change the background.
A small light stands out in darkness. Against a lighter background, the same light feels less prominent. This illustrates the idea behind sound enrichment.
For listening, choose a gentle fan, nature sounds or soft music at a comfortable level. Benefits vary; evidence for specific sound therapies is limited. Stop if sound is uncomfortable.
03 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Build a plan around your life.
An audiological assessment can help guide care. If tinnitus continues to affect your wellbeing, ask about tinnitus-focused cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
What would you like help with?
Select what matters to you. Use your list to begin a conversation with your GP or audiologist.
“I’d like to talk about my tinnitus and the support available.”
Bring notes on when it started, which ear is affected, changes in hearing and any medicines you take. Don’t stop prescribed medicines without advice.
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KNOW WHEN TO GET HELP
Some symptoms need prompt care.
Tinnitus with sudden hearing loss, facial weakness, vertigo, or following a head injury needs immediate medical assessment. Use local emergency services if needed.
If the sound beats with your pulse, request an urgent GP appointment. Ongoing tinnitus in one ear also warrants clinical review.
Come and see us for a hearing assessment if tinnitus is persistent, worsening or affecting your sleep, concentration or mood. We can assess your hearing and discuss appropriate support or referral.
A FEW COMMON QUESTIONS
It’s okay to have questions.
Will tinnitus always feel this noticeable?
Habituation means becoming less aware of, or less bothered by, a familiar sound. Experiences differ, and progress isn’t always steady. Support can focus on reducing its impact rather than promising silence.
Do I need hearing aids?
Hearing aids may help when tinnitus occurs with hearing loss. An assessment should guide this choice; hearing aids aren’t recommended for tinnitus when hearing is normal.
Is there a cure?
There is no universal cure. Some causes can be treated, and approaches such as counselling and CBT can reduce distress. Be cautious of products promising a guaranteed cure.
Read further, with confidence.
Educational information for adults; not a diagnosis or a substitute for individual care. Content prepared 22 October 2026 from the sources below.