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Tinnitus.

M S Marion1, M J Cevette

  • 1Section of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ 85259.

Mayo Clinic Proceedings
|June 1, 1991
PubMed
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Tinnitus, often linked to high-frequency hearing loss, is a symptom, not a disease. Prompt medical evaluation for specific tinnitus types can lead to effective management and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Audiology
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Tinnitus affects over 37 million Americans, frequently associated with sensorineural hearing loss.
  • It is crucial to recognize tinnitus as a symptom, not a disease, to avoid overlooking serious underlying conditions.
  • Physician complacency can lead to missed diagnoses of potentially severe pathologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of thorough patient assessment for tinnitus.
  • To highlight specific tinnitus characteristics that warrant comprehensive evaluation.
  • To review effective management and treatment strategies for tinnitus.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive patient history elicitation.
  • Detailed physical examination.

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  • Thorough audiological analysis.
  • Review of current tinnitus management modalities.

    • Main Results:

    • Certain tinnitus presentations (unilateral, pulsatile, fluctuating, or with vertigo) necessitate urgent and detailed investigation.
    • Effective treatments are available for many tinnitus cases.
    • Management strategies include masking, medical therapy, biofeedback, and counseling.

    Conclusions:

    • Tinnitus requires careful medical assessment to rule out severe underlying pathology.
    • Early and thorough evaluation is key for effective tinnitus management.
    • A multi-faceted approach including audiology and specific therapies improves patient outcomes.