Articles (6)
Tinnitus isthe term forhearingsoundsthat come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source.
Articles for Tinnitus
'I always thought the noises I heard were normal'
Paul Burrows has had tinnitus for as long as he can remember. He talks about what it's like living with it.
'I love listening to music. It drowns out the tinnitus'
Jan Dawson was diagnosed with Mnire's disease. She also hashearing loss and tinnitus.Jan talks about how time and being positive has helped her get used to the condition.
Causes of tinnitus
Read about the main causes of tinnitus, including hearing loss and damage from exposure to loud noises.
Diagnosing tinnitus
Read about what your GP might do to diagnose tinnitus and what might happen if you're referred to a hospital specialist.
Introduction
Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds that come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source. It's often described as "ringing in the ears", although several sounds can be heard, including: buzzing, humming, etc.
Treating tinnitus
Read about the main treatments for tinnitus, including sound therapy, counselling and self-help tips.
