Overview
Tinnitus is a condition that is characterized by ringing in the ears. It is usually caused by various types of disorders, such as migraine.
According to studies, about 10 percent of the population in the United States experience war buzzing or ringing at some points in their life. According to the American Tinnitus Association, there are over 200 distinct health conditions that can lead to tinnitus. Some of them include chronic sinus or nasal congestion, excessive ear wax, age-related hearing loss, temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and a history of head and neck trauma.
Tinnitus is not a common disease, but it can be linked with several serious diseases such as a tumor, or a tear in the carotid artery. It would help to see your healthcare provider if you are having tinnitus so they can rule out certain diseases.
One of the most common types of migraine is vestibular migraine. It is associated with tinnitus. Asides from vestibular migraine, there are other migraine-related attacks that can cause tinnitus.
Migraine and tinnitus can be treated after proper evaluation and diagnosis. It is easy for you to identify symptoms and work with your doctors if you know more about the condition.
Studies show that tinnitus is a common side effect of migraines, and people who have migraines are also more likely to report having tinnitus. In most cases, tinnitus can occur when a migraine occurs but some confusions exist about the relationship between tinnitus and other cochlear conditions. There are certain things to note about your tinnitus, irrespective of its cause. They include:
- Roughly 20% of people who have migraine report tinnitus as a symptom
- 26-47% of people who have tinnitus also report having headaches