Question 1

Can tinnitus be treated with Korean medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Korean medicine differentiates tinnitus as kidney deficiency (腎虛), liver fire (肝火), phlegm-fluid (痰飮) etc. for cause-specific treatment. Combined acupuncture and herbal treatment is effective.

Question 2

How long does tinnitus treatment take?

Accepted Answer

When treatment starts within 3 months of onset, improvement often comes within 1–2 months. Chronic tinnitus: 3–6 months recommended.

Question 3

Can stress-related tinnitus also be treated?

Accepted Answer

Yes, stress-related tinnitus responds well to Korean medicine. Herbs reducing liver fire and stabilizing autonomic nerves combined with acupuncture lower tinnitus intensity and frequency.

Question 4

Is acupuncture effective for tinnitus?

Accepted Answer

Yes, stimulating ear-area and cervical acupoints improves inner ear circulation and restores neural function. Combined with herbs is more effective.

Question 5

Is treatment effective even for long-standing tinnitus?

Accepted Answer

Chronic tinnitus is also treatable. Even when complete elimination is difficult, intensity can be lowered and daily-life inconvenience greatly improved.

Question 6

What are the causes of tinnitus?

Accepted Answer

Stress, overwork, sleep deprivation, noise exposure, cervical issues, circulation problems are diverse causes. Accurate pulse and consultation identify cause and customize treatment.

Question 7

Sudden hearing loss with tinnitus — what should I do?

Accepted Answer

Sudden hearing loss requires very early treatment. Combining Western steroid therapy with Korean medicine raises hearing recovery rate. Starting treatment within 2 weeks of onset is most effective.

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