Ringing in your ears can be annoying, but it’s relatively common. In fact, around 10 percent of U.S. adults in 2016 experienced the condition, known as tinnitus, according to the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Sarah Sesslar, an audiologist at Decibels Audiology & Hearing Aid Center in Naples, explains that exposure to loud noises, like a concert or guns, can lead to tinnitus and reduced hearing ability over time. While most cases are mild, she notes, severe and constant tinnitus can cause stress, anxiety, or depression, impacting people’s quality of life. “Unfortunately, there is no universal cure for tinnitus,” she says—but you may still be able to manage the condition. She points out that white noise machines, hearing aids, and certain types of therapy can help, as can avoiding stress,…
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Naples Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2025