Tinnitus
What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the sensation of sound in the ear or the head that is not caused by external noise. The sound is usually buzzing, humming, or ringing but can be of any nature. It can affect one or both ears. It can be constant or may come and go. It may or may not be accompanied by hearing loss. It can occur at any age, even children but is more common among older people Around 10% of the population experience tinnitus. For most, it is slight and barely disturbing but for approximately 1% of people, it interferes with their life so much that it affects concentration, work and sleep, and can cause considerable stress.
What causes Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is not a disease. It is a symptom of an underlying condition but is rarely linked to any serious problem. It may arise due to ear wax, ear infection, or disorders of the mechanism of the ear. Some medications may cause tinnitus, also physical distress or illness and emotional distress. Temporary tinnitus following exposure to loud music or noise is common. Prolonged exposure can result in permanent tinnitus. However it can be difficult to identify a cause in many cases.
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