The first step is to consult a hearing care professional for a thorough check of your auditory system. Tinnitus may be persistent or intermittent. Oticon or Phonak hearing aids, GN Resound, Widex and Signia most likely have a sound program that we can activate. Tinnitus may be a sign that you have a serious problem, such as a tumor or aneurysm. The result is an audible and visible flutter from the ear. Objective tinnitus (when others can hear it) may be caused either by a heart attack or musculoskeletal problem, such an aneurysm, or temporomandibular disease. There is no cure, but there are ways to minimize the impact of tinnitus on your daily life. Studies have shown that this type of therapy can help improve the well-being of people with the condition. Since years, Niacin has been used with variable success to treat tinnitus. Your counselor will train you to change your response to negative thoughts and to focus on positive changes you can make to reduce the impact of tinnitus on your life. This tube connects your middle and back of your nose. Greece; IE. Excessive noise exposure, which damages tiny hair cells in the inner ears, is the most common cause.