Tinnitus sufferers being urged to seek on-Island support

Manx Deaf Society marking Tinnitus Awareness Week

Tinnitus sufferers on the Isle of Man are being urged to come together to find support in numbers.

It’s Tinnitus Awareness Week; the condition affects around one in seven people and is characterised by ringing of buzzing in the ears.

For many it’s a relatively mild condition but it can significantly impact a sufferer’s daily life.

The Manx Deaf Society runs a tinnitus support group.

Chief Executive Lucy Buxton said: "Tinnitus affects people of all ages but it becomes more common as we age. 

"Many people assume the sound is only a ringing in the ears but tinnitus can manifest as a range of sounds. 

"I’ve personally experienced tinnitus my entire life. 

"I didn’t realise as a child that not everyone hears a sound constantly. 

"Through our Tinnitus Support Group we provide a safe and welcoming space where people can share their experiences and explore techniques that may help manage their tinnitus.”

She spoke to Simon Richardson: 

On Saturday (8 February) the society will host a free information session on tinnitus. 

It will take place at 11am at the Manx Deaf Society’s headquarters at 3 Somerset Road in Douglas and provide valuable insights into tinnitus, its effects, and strategies to help manage it.