Things You'll Need:
- Notebook
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Step 1
Write down the type of noise you hear and when the sounds worsen. Though "ringing" is the term used to describe tinnitus most often, the American Tinnitus Association states that whistling, roaring, buzzing and clicking can be other types of constant noise in the ears that define tinnitus. Jot down medications you take and give the list to your doctor, as some drugs may cause tinnitus.
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Step 2
Allow your doctor to listen to your ears with a stethoscope to check if he hears the same sounds you do. The Mayo Clinic explains that objective tinnitus, a form of the condition in which sounds may be heard by other people, can indicate a blood vessel disorder.
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Step 3
Undergo a complete physical exam, in which you may be asked to move around. Your tinnitus may become more bothersome when you move your head or eyes in a certain way; your doctor may be able to determine the cause of your problem from this type of exam.
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Step 4
Ask your doctor to remove impacted ear wax that may be the cause of your tinnitus. Removal by a medical professional may relieve your tinnitus permanently if this is the case.
