Your doctor will probably ask you to clench your jaw and move your head or neck in certain ways. The authors would like Ahn Gi Myung (Department of Shipping Management National Korea Maritime & Ocean University), for their assistance with statistical analysis and interpretation of data. Tinnitus should be checked first by your primary doctor. MedPage Today published an article in March 2022 reporting that a VAERS database search yielded over 13,000 results regarding the occurrences of tinnitus after the administration of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccination. So she wasn't surprised to see the pandemic taking place. The main components of TRT are individual counseling and sound therapy. Certain medications and surgery can be used to treat arteriovenous syndromes (e.g. This information helps to determine if tumors or injuries to the head or neck are causing your tinnitus symptoms. Additional audiologic testing, such a measurement of the loudness or pitch of a patient’s hearing loss, may also be conducted. Tinnitus can be treated by the steps you take to keep it healthy, such as exercising and eating healthy. These home remedies can reduce your symptoms while you wait to see how your tinnitus improves. There are, however, some factors that can worsen tinnitus such as certain drugs, anxiety, stress, or prolonged exposure to loud noise. Our audiologists or otolaryngologists can refer you to other UI Health Care specialists who should be involved in your care.