Dr. Ben Thompson, Au.D.

Tinnitus and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Anxiety disorders don’t cause tinnitus, but they can make it more noticeable – and in turn, persistent bothersome tinnitus can worsen mental health symptoms. By understanding the similarities and differences…

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Tinnitus As A Symptom Of Labyrinthitis: Insights And Solutions

Labyrinthitis is one of the many conditions of the inner ear that can eventually result in hearing loss or a rise in tinnitus symptoms. Unlike a standard ear infection, labyrinthitis…

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Could Itchy Ears Be A Cause Of Tinnitus?

Tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing, hissing, or buzzing sound in the ears, is commonly linked to various underlying conditions, such as ear infections, hearing loss, or exposure to loud…

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Medications, Pills, Tinnitus Cure, SSRI, Benzodiazepines & Drugs For Tinnitus

Ben Thompson, AuD. Hey everyone, my name is Dr. Ben Thompson. Today we have a special podcast episode with a medical doctor. What a treat, what an honor. Thank you,…

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Ear Infections: Minimizing Tinnitus & Preserving Auditory Function

The ear is made up of three parts: the inner ear, the middle ear, and the outer ear. Ear infections occur within the middle or outer part of the ear,…

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Jaw Disorders and Tinnitus

Jaw disorders and jaw pain are not often seen as being indicators of other issues within the body, but jaw pain is frequently not as simple as an ache in…

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Can EMF Trigger Tinnitus Symptoms?

The permanent presence of electromagnetic fields (EMF) in modern life has influenced many people who experience chronic illness and other health conditions to evaluate different electromagnetic waves and how they…

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Tinnitus With Normal Hearing: Explained

If you notice a ringing in your ears, you might visit your doctor to have it checked out. But what if your hearing test came back normal? Even though it’s…

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When Pregnancy Affects Hearing: Exploring Tinnitus Symptoms

Pregnancy is a time of great joy for many women, but it can also bring about various physical and emotional changes. One such change is tinnitus – a condition characterized…

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The Silent Battle: How PTSD and Tinnitus Are Linked

When you think of PTSD, you may not initially think of auditory changes; when thinking of ringing ears, you may not immediately leap to trauma or a mental health condition….

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