Aging plays a role in the occurrence of tinnitus, as do some physical ailments. But loud noise and subsequent damage to the ear -- the inner ear in particular -- is the principal culprit. The sources ...

Tinnitus is a persistent ringing or buzzing in your ear that doesn’t have an external source. Hyperacusis is a hearing disorder that causes an oversensitivity to sound. Tinnitus and hyperacusis often ...

Many Orlando residents live with a coming and going, sometimes constant, ringing sound in their ears. This week is Tinnitus Awareness Week which is giving local doctors a chance to educate the public ...

Pulsatile tinnitus is a condition where you hear a sound in your ear when there is no external sound present. People with pulsatile tinnitus most commonly hear a whooshing sound that pulses in rhythm ...

Tinnitus is the perception of sound that has no external cause. This condition is often referred to as ringing in the ears, but tinnitus can cause a variety of sounds, like roaring or buzzing. When ...

For those with tinnitus, peace and quiet might be the greatest — but most elusive — gift of all. Tinnitus causes sufferers to perceive a range of sounds that can be variously described as ringing, ...

Have you ever experienced a constant ringing in your ears that you can’t pinpoint the cause? It might be tinnitus — the sensation of hearing a sound when no external sound is present. In most cases, ...

Tinnitus is the perception of sounds such as ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears when there is no external source. It affects millions worldwide and can range from a mild distraction to a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bill Schiffmiller, thought leader on accessibility & auditory matters. Most people know tinnitus as ringing in the ears. What ...

Discover three effective natural remedies for tinnitus relief. Learn why ear drops and vitamins don't work, and when to see a doctor for ringing in the ears.