{"id":1109,"date":"2021-04-16T17:43:10","date_gmt":"2021-04-16T22:43:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearingsystemsinc.com\/?p=1109"},"modified":"2021-04-16T17:43:10","modified_gmt":"2021-04-16T22:43:10","slug":"understanding-the-2-types-of-tinnitus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingsystemsinc.com\/understanding-the-2-types-of-tinnitus\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the 2 Types of Tinnitus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hearing a ringing in the ear is common; in fact, experts estimate that as many as 15% of Americans experience tinnitus<\/a>. Understanding which type of tinnitus you are experiencing can help you seek the right treatment to help you finally find relief.<\/p>\n

Below is a breakdown of the types of tinnitus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Types of Tinnitus\"Man<\/h2>\n

Tinnitus is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. It can be present in one or both ears and can range in pitch and frequency. There are two types of tinnitus.<\/p>\n

Subjective Tinnitus<\/h3>\n

This is the most common type of tinnitus. It describes when only you can hear the ringing, buzzing, humming or whistling in your ears.<\/p>\n

Objective Tinnitus<\/h3>\n

This type of tinnitus, which is also known as pulsatile tinnitus, is very rare and occurs when both you and your doctor can hear the ringing in your ears.\u00a0It is usually caused by abnormal blood flow or pressure.<\/p>\n

Causes of Tinnitus<\/h2>\n

There are a number of conditions commonly associated with tinnitus, including:<\/p>\n