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Tinnitus
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Tinnitus
by Dan Goddard, Apr 20, 2000 12:00AM
I hear alot about how people get Tinnitus. But I was wondering is Tinnitus responsible for other medical problems? Say, if a person has Tinnitus may that Tinnitus result in that persons anxiety, stress, depression,etc,. If the Tinnitus is relieved may these other problems also go away. A case in point. I have had Tinnitus for 11 years. I also suffer from anxiety, depression, etc,. One day for no reason at all the Tinnitus stopped for about 3 hours. I have never had a peace and calm like that in 11 years. It seems to be that the Tinnitus is causing my anxiety and depression. Am I thinking on the right track? What do you say Doc?
Doctor's Answer
by HFHS MD-JM, Apr 22, 2000 12:00AM
Dan,
Tinnitus can be a very distressing condition that can result in depression and anxiety. Tinnitus is not known to cause other medical problems. It certainly sounds like there is a correlation with your tinnitus and anxiety/depression. Treating the anxiety and depression associated with tinnitus is no different than any other situation. Medications, education and psychotherapy can be helpful. Good luck.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
Keywords: Tinnitus, anxiety, depression
Tinnitus can be a very distressing condition that can result in depression and anxiety. Tinnitus is not known to cause other medical problems. It certainly sounds like there is a correlation with your tinnitus and anxiety/depression. Treating the anxiety and depression associated with tinnitus is no different than any other situation. Medications, education and psychotherapy can be helpful. Good luck.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
Keywords: Tinnitus, anxiety, depression
