What is Tinnitus? People who suffer from tinnitus hear noises or ringing in their ears, ranging from intermittent sounds in one ear to a continuous buzzing sound in both ears. These sounds can be high pitched squeals or low rumbles which can be disruptive and alarming, causing a loss of focus and concentration. Most people develop tinnitus as a symptom of hearing loss, caused by either aging, long-term hearing damage or acute trauma to the auditory system. How a Hearing Aid Can Help Having tinnitus can make it challenging and even impossible for the sufferer to follow conversations, talk on the phone, watch TV or listen to the radio. A hearing aid can prove very helpful by enhancing the external volume of these activities above the pe....