Tinnitus is a condition that affects almost 50 million Americans. As an audiologist, I see many local people in and around Massachusetts who are struggling with the troubling symptoms. And it’s no surprise since tinnitus is most described as a ringing, hissing,...
Believe it or not, hearing loss has had a profound impact on the entire music industry. Neil Young switched to a mellow, more laid-back sound after his first album due to harsh music aggravating his tinnitus. Danny Elfman gave up touring with his band Oingo Boingo due...
We all look forward to our quiet time. Unfortunately, some of us experience a ringing noise from within that can interrupt those quiet moments. This "ringing" in your ears could be a common audiological symptom called tinnitus, and the good news is that treatment...
Q: What Causes Tinnitus? A: Intermittent tinnitus is very common, and most people experience this brief phenomenon at some point in their lives. However, tinnitus that is constant and more bothersome can often interfere with a persons day to day functioning....
