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Tinnitus in Children - Still a Neglected Problem
1Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Bnai Zion Medical Center, The Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.
The International Tinnitus Journal
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Pediatric tinnitus is common but often overlooked, affecting concentration and behavior. Head trauma can induce tinnitus in children, necessitating further research and early intervention for this neglected issue.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatric Medicine
- Neurology
Background:
- Pediatric tinnitus is a frequently occurring yet under-recognized condition in children.
- Despite its prevalence, tinnitus in children receives inadequate attention in medical literature, particularly concerning post-traumatic cases.
- High incidence rates (13-29% in normal hearing children) contrast with low spontaneous complaint rates, suggesting children may normalize or not distinguish the medical significance of tinnitus.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the neglected problem of pediatric tinnitus, including cases related to head trauma.
- To review existing literature and present a case report on pediatric tinnitus.
- To advocate for controlled studies to improve identification and treatment of tinnitus in children.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on pediatric tinnitus and head trauma.
- Presentation of a case report illustrating the issue.
- Analysis of existing data on tinnitus prevalence in pediatric populations.
Main Results:
- Tinnitus is common in children, with significant percentages reporting it even with normal hearing.
- A substantial number of children with hearing impairment also experience tinnitus, often described as highly disturbing.
- Children rarely complain spontaneously about tinnitus, potentially due to normalization or difficulty distinguishing its impact.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric tinnitus, especially post-traumatic, is a significant issue requiring greater clinical and research attention.
- Further controlled studies are essential to identify, treat, and minimize the impact of pediatric tinnitus.
- Addressing pediatric tinnitus is crucial for managing potential concentration and behavioral problems in affected children.