What happens at your appointment
Your GP will look in your ears to see if your tinnitus is caused by something they can treat, such as an ear infection or earwax build-up.
They may also:
- check for any hearing loss
- want to know if you're taking any medication that could cause tinnitus, such as high doses of antibiotics or aspirin
You may be referred to a specialist for more tests and treatment.
Seeing a specialist
Your GP may refer you to:
- an audiologist (hearing specialist)
- the ear, nose and throat (ENT) department of a hospital
An audiologist will:
- carry out hearing tests
- talk to you about treatments
An ENT specialist will:
- examine your ears
- ask you about the noises you hear
- carry out tests to try to see what's causing them
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