Tinnitus: Our Current Understanding



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Submitted Feb 17, 2021
Published Jun 16, 2021
10.24018/clinicmed.2021.2.3.26

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Tinnitus is still very much a mystery with despite all the advances in science. Many theories and hypothesis proposed to explain the origin but still it is poorly understood. Still most common acceptation associated with tinnitus is that it is a type of phantom phenomenon. This article aimed to review tinnitus and our current understanding on definition, types, probable pathophysiological mechanisms, associated trigger factors and current available treatment options.

Keywords: Tinnitus, Pathophysiology, Classification, Treatment

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