What Causes Tinnitus?
Are you experiencing a ringing, buzzing, hissing or humming sound in one or both ears? Does it seem like the annoying sound is in the middle of your head? Puzzled by high pitched tones or static sounds that people around you do not seem to hear? If you or a family member are experiencing these symptoms, you may be suffering from tinnitus. What is Tinnitus? It is a perception of sound in your ears, in the absence of an external source: You may hear the same sounds, or different ones each time They may vary in pitch or intensity, from low roars to high squeals They may vary in frequency, start and stop, or in some cases, occur all the time Read on to understand what causes tinnitus, when you should report it to your Audiologist and how various external factors may influence this condition. Everything You Should Know about Tinnitus Tinnitus is a symptom, not a condition in itself. It is typically an indication of an underlying issue, such as, a problem with your ear, h