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Nov 30, 2022 · Tinnitus can be caused by a number of things, including broken or damaged hair cells in the part of the ear that receives sound (cochlea); changes in how blood moves through nearby blood vessels (carotid artery); problems with the joint of the jaw bone (temporomandibular joint); and problems with how the brain processes sound.
Apr 16, 2024 · Most often tinnitus is associated with a hearing loss. However, people can have tinnitus with normal hearing. While people with tinnitus often believe the problem is with their ears, there is some evidence in tinnitus research that suggests the noise originates in the brain, even though it is perceived through the ears.
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Mar 13, 2023 · What is tinnitus & why do I hear this white noise in my head? Tinnitus is (usually) a form of hearing loss. It’s characterized by a constant or intermittent noise that sounds like it’s on top of what you hear. Depending on the type of tinnitus you have, it may be unnoticeable most of the time.
Mar 1, 2024 · Experts have long debated the most common cause of tinnitus — a ringing, whooshing, roaring, or hissing in the ears without an external sound source. Some have maintained that tinnitus is triggered by hearing loss: with less sound coming in, the brain compensates by becoming hyperactive and generating a phantom noise.
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Mar 13, 2023 · Pulsatile tinnitus is a condition that causes a person to hear whooshing or throbbing rhythmic sounds in their ears. While it can be a simple annoyance, the sounds can become debilitating.
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Apr 2, 2024 · Factors, such as stress, noise exposure, and lack of sleep, can contribute to tinnitus flares. At other times, tinnitus may be less noticeable, giving the impression that tinnitus...
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Experts don’t know exactly why some people have ringing in their ears and others don’t. But tinnitus is a common symptom of certain medical conditions. Common tinnitus causes include: Age-related hearing loss. Your brain is used to a certain level of sound stimulation. As a result, your hearing nerve is used to a certain level of activity.
