Tinnitus and hearing loss in left ear: Is there a permanent solution?

Dear Deepak Ji,

Tinnitus and hearing loss persisting for two years require a detailed evaluation to determine the underlying cause and best management approach. Since your MRI was normal, we need to assess other factors.

Additional Information Needed:

• Do you experience dizziness, ear fullness, or balance issues?
• Was your hearing loss sudden or gradual?
• Have you had a pure-tone audiometry test to assess hearing levels?
• Any history of loud noise exposure, infections, or medications affecting hearing (like certain antibiotics or painkillers)?

Possible Causes & Treatment Options:

1️⃣ Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL):

• If confirmed by audiometry, hearing aids with tinnitus masking features can help.
• In severe cases, cochlear implants may be considered.

2️⃣ Meniere’s Disease (if dizziness is present):

• A low-salt diet, diuretics, and vestibular therapy can help manage symptoms.

3️⃣ Tinnitus Management:

• Sound therapy or tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) to habituate the brain to the ringing.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for tinnitus distress.

We recommend consulting an ENT specialist or audiologist for a complete hearing evaluation and personalized treatment plan. Let us know if you need assistance in scheduling an expert consultation.