Tinnitus Treatment in India
About Tinnitus
Key Highlights
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Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation to identify the root cause of tinnitus.Personalized management plan tailored to the individual's specific symptoms and needs.Non-invasive diagnostic procedures like audiometry and tympanometry.Access to a range of treatment options, from sound therapy to medical management.Focus on improving quality of life by reducing the distress and impact of tinnitus.Expert care from a specialist trained in disorders of the ear and auditory system./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent perception of ringing, buzzing, hissing, or roaring sounds in one or both ears.
- Tinnitus that interferes with concentration, sleep, or daily activities.
- Sudden onset of tinnitus, especially if it is only in one ear (unilateral).
- Tinnitus accompanied by hearing loss, dizziness, or ear pain.
- Tinnitus following exposure to loud noise, head injury, or certain medications.
- A need for diagnosis when the cause of tinnitus is unknown.
How to prepare
- Prepare a detailed history of your symptoms, including onset, nature of sound, and triggers.
- List all current medications, supplements, and vitamins, as some can cause tinnitus.
- Note any history of noise exposure, ear infections, or head/neck injuries.
- Be prepared to discuss how tinnitus affects your sleep, work, and emotional well-being.
- No specific fasting or physical preparation is required for the initial diagnostic consultation and tests.
Risks & possible complications
- Diagnostic tests are generally low-risk; audiometry and imaging have minimal to no side effects.
- Potential for anxiety or stress if a serious underlying condition is discovered.
- Some treatments (like certain medications) may have their own side effects, which your ENT will discuss.
- There is a risk that the exact cause may not be identified (idiopathic tinnitus).
- Management may require a trial-and-error approach to find the most effective therapy.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is not applicable in a surgical sense, as this is primarily a diagnostic and management process.
- Post-consultation, patients implement the recommended management plan, such as using sound generators or attending therapy.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor progress and adjust the treatment strategy.
- Learning coping strategies and habituating to the sound is a key part of the long-term process.
- Protecting hearing from further loud noise exposure is essential to prevent worsening.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Not applicable (ongoing management)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tinnitus in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for tinnitus in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tinnitus. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tinnitus compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Tinnitus in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing tinnitus.
Delhi, India
73 Doctors
Aditya Brown, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Aditya Brown, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been an avid concert-goer and musician. Over the past three years, he developed a persistent, high-pitched ringing in both ears, which he initially dismissed as temporary. The constant noise became intrusive, making it difficult to concentrate at work, enjoy quiet moments with his family, and even sleep. He felt irritable and withdrawn, worried he was losing a fundamental part of his life. His ENT, Dr. Evans, diagnosed him with chronic sensorineural tinnitus, likely from years of noise exposure. She recommended a comprehensive Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) program, combining sound therapy with directive counseling. Aditya was skeptical but desperate. The treatment involved wearing a wearable sound generator that produced a soft, neutral broadband noise and attending sessions to help his brain reclassify the tinnitus as an unimportant sound. Initially, it felt like adding more noise to the problem. However, after four months of consistent therapy, the emotional distress around the ringing began to fade. The tinnitus didn't disappear, but it lost its power. He could focus at work again, sleep through the night, and enjoy his daughter's piano recital without the internal noise dominating his experience. The emotional journey was from frustration and fear to acceptance and empowerment, regaining control over his auditory world.
ENT Specialists for Tinnitus
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform tinnitus and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 19 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
- 16 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
- 9 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
- 23 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 22 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 8 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 20 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 17 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 5 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 23 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 18 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 15 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 33 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
- 28 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 26 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore