Ringing in your ears
Tinnitus support
Hearing a ringing or buzzing that no one else can hear? That's tinnitus, and it's common. We'll check your hearing and gently talk you through ways to manage it.
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First visit
30 to 40 minutes
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What's included
A full hearing test
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GP referral
Not needed to book
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Our staff
Earn no commission
About tinnitus
What tinnitus is
Tinnitus is hearing a sound that isn't coming from around you. It might be ringing, buzzing, humming or hissing.
It can come and go, or be there all the time. For some people it gets in the way of sleep and conversation.
Tinnitus often goes with a change in hearing. That's why a hearing test is a helpful first step.
If you have sudden hearing loss, ear pain, fluid from your ear or sudden dizziness, see your GP or go to an emergency department today.
There is no cure for tinnitus. But there are ways to manage it, and we'll talk you through them. Results vary from person to person.
Up to 1 in 5 people have tinnitus at some point in their life.
Ways to manage tinnitus
How we can help you manage tinnitus
These won't remove tinnitus, but they may make it easier to live with.
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Check for a simple cause
Earwax, ear problems or some medicines can bring on tinnitus. If we spot a likely cause, we'll suggest you see your GP.
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Help with any hearing loss
If you have hearing loss, hearing aids may make tinnitus less noticeable. You're welcome to try them with our free 30-day trial.
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Add some gentle background sound
Tinnitus seems loudest in a quiet room. Soft background sound can give your ears something else to listen to, especially at night.
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Understand what you are hearing
Much of the worry comes from not knowing what tinnitus is. We'll show you your results and explain what they mean.
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Protect the hearing you have
Loud noise can make tinnitus harder to live with. If you use power tools or go to concerts, custom ear plugs can help.
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Point you to more help
Talking therapy may help with the distress tinnitus can cause. If we think it could help you, we'll write to your GP.
Common questions
Questions people ask about tinnitus
What causes tinnitus?
Tinnitus often goes with hearing loss, from age or from years of loud noise. Earwax, some medicines, head injuries and stress can also play a part.
Can hearing aids help with tinnitus?
Some people with hearing loss find hearing aids make tinnitus less noticeable. Some have built-in tinnitus sound settings. We'll tell you if they might suit you.
Will my tinnitus get worse?
Tinnitus is different for each person, so it's hard to say. Healthdirect notes that many people get used to it and notice it less over time.
Why is tinnitus worse at night?
At night the room is quiet, so the sound stands out more. Soft background sound, like a fan or a quiet radio, can help at bedtime.
What happens at a tinnitus appointment?
We'll check your hearing, look in your ears and ask how the tinnitus affects you. Then we'll explain what we found and talk through your options.
Book an appointment about your tinnitus
Call or book online. There's no pressure to decide anything. If you'd like to ask a few questions first, Eva or Sara will be glad to help.
Julian, Orlando, Eva and Sara look forward to hearing from you.