Tinnitus Counselling and Hearing Assessment

Surrey, White Rock and Vancouver

What’s Causing the Ringing and Buzzing in My Ears?

Are you struggling with persistent clicking or ringing in your ears? You’re not alone. Tinnitus—often described as ringing, buzzing, or clicking in the ears—is not just an ear problem; it is a neurological condition. Tinnitus affects millions of Canadians, causing discomfort and disrupting daily life.

Common Triggers & Indicators:  Tinnitus is rarely a standalone issue. It is typically a symptom of an underlying change in your auditory system. Book an assessment if you experience:

• High-pitched ringing or “static” sounds.
• Pulsatile tinnitus (hearing your heartbeat in your ear).
• Difficulty concentrating or sleeping due to the noise.
• Tinnitus that worsens with stress or silence.

Whether your tinnitus sounds like ringing, whistling, buzzing, hissing, or clicking, we’re here to help. Contact our audiology clinic in Surrey, White Rock, and Vancouver today to learn more about our personalized tinnitus treatment options and take the first step toward relief.

What Makes Tinnitus Worse?

Tinnitus management can depend on what’s causing it. The most common causes of tinnitus include:

Is There a Cure for the Ringing in My Ear?

Tinnitus Support: Assessment, Counselling and Hearing-Aid-Based Masking

Tinnitus does not always have a simple cure, but it can often be managed with the right clinical guidance. At Puretone, our focus is to help patients understand possible contributing factors, reduce the impact of tinnitus, and improve day-to-day comfort where appropriate.

1. Checking for Hearing and Ear-Related Factors: Tinnitus can sometimes be linked with hearing loss, earwax blockage, middle-ear concerns, or changes in hearing clarity. We begin with an otoscopic check and, when appropriate, a Hearing Test or Audiological Assessment to better understand what may be contributing to the symptoms. If the concern appears to need medical review, we may recommend follow-up with a family physician or appropriate medical provider.

2. Tinnitus Counselling: We provide practical counselling to help patients understand tinnitus, common triggers, listening stress, and strategies that may reduce its day-to-day impact. Our goal is to provide clear guidance without making unrealistic promises. 

3. Sound Support Through Hearing Aids:  For patients with hearing loss, properly fit Prescription Hearing Aids may help by improving access to environmental sound and reducing the contrast between tinnitus and quiet surroundings. Some hearing aids also include tinnitus masking or sound support features that can be adjusted based on the patient’s needs.