Pediatric Tinnitus

Noise in the head or ears in the form of ringing or buzzing originates from the ears and is usually associated with hearing loss. If the noise is pulsating then a different workup is needed. And MRI of the brain or a CT of the Ear/Temporal bone and neck may be required for tinnitus. If the noise is pulsating then a few more tests would be required. For nonpulsatile tinnitus, there are many products that claim to treat, but no one drug has been proven effective to date. Hearing aids may likely help, but hearing aids are prescribed for hearing loss only.

Possible Testing

• Audiogram
  Tympanogram

Possible Treatments

• Masking
  Tinnitus Maskers
  Biofeedback

Fact Sheets

• When Your Child Has Tinnitus
• Tinnitus
• Doctor? ¿Qué Causa El Ruido En El Oído?