The impact of tinnitus on adult Nigerians: health related Quality of Life assessment of sufferers using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and the RAND-36 item health survey 1.0 questionnaire

Adoga, Adeyi A; Kokong, Daniel D; Nimkur, Tonga L; Okwori, Emoche T

doi:10.5935/0946-5448.20150005

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“…Many tinnitus patients suffer from persistent and high pitch tinnitus with negative emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, insomnia and attention deficits (Langguth et al., 2007; Alster et al., 1993; Hallam et al., 2004). Although many diseases are known to lead to auditory dysfunction and tinnitus, noise exposure is one of the key causes (Halford and Anderson, 1991; Adoga et al., 2015; Bartels et al., 2008). Occurrence of tinnitus may also be closely related to age and psychological factors.…”

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Auditory characteristics of noise-exposed memberscrossing age-related groups

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ObjectiveTo report audiological characteristics in a group of noise-exposed crew members on board ships.Methods and materialsClinical and audiological measurements including pure-tone thresholds, acoustic immittance results and tinnitus questionnaires were collected from both the ship crew members (study subjects) and their land based colleagues (controls).Results1) Noise exposed crew members showed not only high frequency, but also low frequency hearing loss; 2) Hearing impairment increased with age, with 65.5% of crew members younger than 50 years showing normal hearing while only 14.9% of those older than 50 years had normal hearing; 3) hearing loss gradually increased with the extension of on board career time; and 4) Most study subjects reported high pitch tinnitus, significantly more than the control group although not significantly different among different age groups.ConclusionNoise induced hearing impairment from working on board ships shows specific frequency and age characteristics. Understanding these characteristics is important for advancing relevant studies and for effective prevention of noise-induced hearing loss in ship crew members.

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Auditory characteristics of noise-exposed memberscrossing age-related groups

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“…Other survey instruments used were Depressive Tendency Questionnaire (DTQ), Illness Attitude Scale, Obsessive Beliefs Questionnaire-44 (OBQ-44), International Statistical Classification of Diseases 9 (ICD-9), Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale, and Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview [13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23] .…”

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Tinnitus Patients Suffering from Anxiety and Depression: A Review

Ziai¹,

Moshtaghi²,

Mahboubi³

et al. 2017

The International Tinnitus Journal

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Objectives: To review literature on the link between depression and anxiety in patients suffering from tinnitus. Method: A systematic review of published English-language literature was performed using PubMed, Ovid, and Cochrane databases. Results: Of the 56 eligible abstracts 15 were chosen to be included in the review. All articles showed an association of depression and anxiety in tinnitus patients. Conclusions: Because of the strong association between tinnitus, depression, and anxiety-all tinnitus patients should be screened for psychiatric disorders. Treatment for these complex conditions should involve a multidisciplinary team with cognitive behavioral therapy and possible pharmacological therapy.

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“…This is similar to the findings in previous studies, however, some other studies found a higher number of male participants presenting with tinnitus. 2,12,16,18,19,[24][25][26][27] Despite the conflicting data on the effect of gender on characteristics of tinnitus and its intensity, female gender is more likely to perceive annoyance of tinnitus earlier than male counterparts irrespective of their age. It has also been reported that the psychosomatic complaints related to tinnitus are likely to be more frequent among females compared to male gender.…”

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“…Researchers have suggested that the quality of life of patients is reduced as a result of the severe distress of tinnitus with depression and anxiety were found to be the commonest psychological comorbidities suffered by these patients. 12 It can also lead to activity limitation, such as difficulties in executing regular daily activities, restriction of participation as well as cognitive effects (difficulty with attention and concentration), anxiety, psychological distress communication and listening problems (hearing problems), frustration, tension, inability to work, and reduced efficiency. 13 Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI) has been selected as a standard instrument for measuring the health related quality of life (HRQoL) in both clinical and research settings.…”

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Quality of life of tinnitus patients with and without hearing loss

Ayodele

Segun-Busari

Omokanye

et al. 2020

Int J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg

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Background: Tinnitus is a common, irritating and often disturbing symptom. It poses big challenge to the patients’ management and affects their quality of life (QoL). Tinnitus is one of the most common otological symptoms associated with hearing loss. The aim of the study was to determine the quality of life of adult tinnitus patients and the effect presence of hearing loss has on the quality of life.Methods: All consenting adults presenting with tinnitus with or without associated hearing loss were recruited. Sociodemographic information, clinical assessment, pure tone audiometry (PTA) and QoL assessment with Tinnitus Functional Index (TFI) were carried out. The data collected were analysed and results were presented in tables and simple chart. Results: The age range of participants was between 18 and 80 years with a mean age of 51.94 years±17.41. Male to female ratio was 1:1.4. The relationship between tinnitus and associated hearing loss was statistically significant with moderate hearing loss found as commonest. Sensorineural hearing loss was the commonest type found. Tinnitus was mostly described as a big problem. The relationship between the TFI scores and presence of hearing loss as well as degree of hearing loss was statistically significant.Conclusions: Tinnitus has a significant health burden which tends to increase with co-existing hearing loss. PTA assessment and measurement of QoL should be advocated as routine for tinnitus patients no matter the cause of tinnitus and also especially among those with self-professed normal hearing.

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The impact of tinnitus on adult Nigerians: health related Quality of Life assessment of sufferers using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and the RAND-36 item health survey 1.0 questionnaire

Cited by 9 publications

References 38 publications

Auditory characteristics of noise-exposed memberscrossing age-related groups

Auditory characteristics of noise-exposed memberscrossing age-related groups

Tinnitus Patients Suffering from Anxiety and Depression: A Review

Quality of life of tinnitus patients with and without hearing loss

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