Do you have this problem? It's not so noticeable during the day, but once it's quiet at night, the buzzing in your ears is so loud you can't sleep well at all. During conversations, do you often ask, "What did you say"? Has your hearing also clearly declined? Actually, many people don't know this, but there are two traditional Chinese herbs passed down from our ancestors that specifically address this kind of trouble.

The first is Drynaria fortunei (Drynaria Rhizome). The "Compendium of Materia Medica" (Ben Cao Gang Mu) states it can "tonify the kidneys, strengthen bones, consolidate the foundation, and cultivate vitality." Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that the kidneys open into the ears; the ears are like a small horn for the kidneys. When kidney essence is abundant, this small horn can function normally. Nowadays, young people often stay up late and lack restraint in certain aspects; these habits can lead to the depletion of kidney essence. By using Drynaria fortunei to replenish kidney essence, tinnitus can naturally be alleviated significantly.

The other herb is known as Wangbuliuxing (Semen Vaccariae), even the Medicine King Sun Simiao praised it for its ability to circulate through the twelve meridians. Our liver and gallbladder meridians happen to travel around the ears. If qi and blood get blocked here, tinnitus is likely to occur. Wangbuliuxing acts like a traffic coordinator, specifically clearing the blocked qi and blood in the liver and gallbladder meridians, allowing the qi and blood around the ears to flow smoothly again. Once the flow of qi and blood is smooth, the problem of tinnitus is alleviated.

However, it's crucial to remember that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) diagnosis and treatment emphasize pattern differentiation and treatment based on pattern identification. For young people who experience tinnitus occasionally after staying up late, these two herbs might be helpful. But if middle-aged and elderly individuals suffer from persistent tinnitus, especially if their bodies are significantly deficient, it’s essential to consult a professional TCM practitioner for a thorough evaluation.

Everyone's situation is different. Some people primarily have kidney deficiency, while others may suffer more severely from liver qi stagnation. In such cases, other herbs may need to be combined for proper regulation. As stated in *Yizong Jinjian* (The Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition), "Treating a disease must address its root cause." Only by accurately identifying the true cause of tinnitus and using the right medication can effective results be achieved.

The content of this article is intended for informational purposes only. If you are also troubled by tinnitus, do not casually purchase and take medication on your own. The most important thing is to first understand your physical condition clearly, and it is best to receive treatment under the guidance of a professional physician based on pattern differentiation!