Tag: Otolaryngology

According to a 2016 study, a temporary increase in tinnitus occurred in approximately 5.4% of intratympanic steroid injections performed for sudden sensorineural hearing loss. This initial, transient risk is an important consideration when assessing if a steroid injection can make tinnitus worse for individuals undergoing treatment for inner ear disorders.

Between 5% and 43% of people experience tinnitus, the perception of sound without an external source. For those prescribed betahistine, a common question arises: **is tinnitus worse with betahistine**, or does it offer relief?