Understanding tinnitus

Leaflet

Updated 1 Jun 2018

Tinnitus

You’ll find this leaflet helpful if you want to know more about tinnitus (noise in the ears or head) – whether you have the condition or know someone who does. We explain what tinnitus is, what causes it, and what therapies are available.

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Tinnitus is often described as 'ringing in the ears', but it's the name for hearing any sound in your ears or head when there's nothing outside your body that's making that sound.