Table 4 Characteristics of Tinnitus onset and management options among study participants (n = 189).
From: Prevalence and associated risk factors of tinnitus among adult Palestinians: a cross-sectional study
Frequency | Percentage (%) | |
|---|---|---|
Onset of tinnitus is related to | ||
Exposure to loud sounds | 42 | 22.20 |
Change in hearing | 23 | 12.10 |
Flu or common cold | 16 | 8.40 |
Change in ambient pressure | 8 | 4.20 |
Feeling of fullness or pressure in the ears | 8 | 4.20 |
Stress | 10 | 5.20 |
Head trauma | 6 | 3.10 |
Neck trauma | 6 | 3.10 |
Others | 8 | 4.20 |
None | 62 | 32.80 |
Medicines consumed around the time of tinnitus onset | ||
Pain killing medication | 47 | 24.90 |
Aspirin | 24 | 12.70 |
Antibiotics | 24 | 12.70 |
Diuretics | 11 | 5.80 |
Oral steroids | 7 | 3.70 |
Other medicines | 28 | 14.80 |
No medication | 96 | 50.80 |
Seen a healthcare professional | ||
Yes, 5 or more visits | 15 | 7.90 |
Yes, from 2 to 4 visits | 26 | 13.80 |
Yes, just one visit | 19 | 10.10 |
Not at all | 129 | 68.30 |
Management | ||
Self-management (e.g. dietary supplements, support groups, relaxation) | 14 | 7.40 |
Medications | 5 | 2.60 |
Others (psychological management, audiological management and physiotherapy) | 9 | 4.70 |
No management | 161 | 85.20 |
