Understanding tinnitus: Causes, symptoms and ways to improve
Millions of people around the world are familiar with the phenomenon: a sudden ringing, whistling, buzzing or hissing in the ear without a recognizable sound source. This ringing in the ears, medically known as tinnitus, can severely restrict the quality of life of those affected. This magazin provides patients and their relatives with sound information on the causes, symptoms, treatment options and practical ways of coping with tinnitus. What is tinnitus? The term tinnitus originally comes from Latin. Derived from the word "tinnere" (to ring), it describes sounds that are perceived by people even though they are not triggered by any external stimulus. These sounds can vary from a hissing or knocking noise to a hissing or whistling sound. Forms...