Get a hearing test
Avoid loud noise
Use ear protection in noisy places
Keep volume low on headphones and speakers
Reduce caffeine if it worsens symptoms
Limit alcohol if it worsens symptoms
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Use background sound or white noise
Treat earwax buildup if present
Review medications with a doctor
Control blood pressure
Quit smoking
Stay physically active
Practice relaxation techniques
Consider cognitive behavioral therapy
See an ENT specialist
See a hearing specialist
Seek urgent care for sudden hearing loss, severe dizziness, or one-sided tinnitus