Objective Tinnitus: What is it and What Can You Do About It?
Objective tinnitus is a rare form of tinnitus in which the sounds you hear, such as tinnitus or ear beeps, can also be perceived by others. This can include the beating of your heart and can be caused by a blocked ear canal due to earwax, narrow ear canals, ear canal infections, exostosis, or a blockage of the Eustachian tube due to colds. In this article, we discuss the causes of objective tinnitus and provide practical tips to alleviate the symptoms, such as using swim plugs, consulting an ENT doctor, and methods to clear congested ears. Learn how to better manage objective tinnitus and improve your listening comfort.