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Subjective tinnitus in children with otological disorders
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|March 1, 1984
Summary
Tinnitus is common in children with ear disease, but they rarely report it spontaneously. This study found that nearly half of children with secretory otitis media experienced tinnitus.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Audiology
- Child Health
Background:
- Tinnitus, the perception of sound without an external source, is a recognized symptom in audiology.
- Understanding the prevalence and characteristics of tinnitus in pediatric populations is crucial for early diagnosis and intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence and characteristics of tinnitus in children attending ENT and audiology clinics.
- To explore the spontaneous reporting of tinnitus by children with various ear conditions.
Main Methods:
- A study involving children from ENT and audiology clinics and partially hearing units.
- Questionnaires administered to assess tinnitus experiences in pediatric subjects.
- Analysis of tinnitus incidence in relation to specific ear conditions like secretory otitis media and sensorineural hearing loss.
Main Results:
- A total of 79 children reported experiencing tinnitus.
- Only a small proportion (10/79) found the tinnitus bothersome, and fewer (17/79) could recall its onset.
- Tinnitus incidence was 43.9% in children with secretory otitis media and 29.5% in those with sensorineural hearing loss.
Conclusions:
- Tinnitus is a prevalent symptom in children diagnosed with ear diseases.
- Children with ear conditions often do not spontaneously report tinnitus, highlighting a potential gap in symptom recognition.