Tinnitus is a symptom characterized by sounds perceived in the listener\u2019s head that are not generated from outside the body. Often described as ringing, buzzing, chirping, these sounds can be constant or intermittent, loud, soft or somewhere in between and affect 10-15% of the population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Severe debilitating tinnitus is reported in 1-2% of the population and can have an adverse effect on the quality of life.\u00a0 Until the last 5-10 years there have been few treatments to help patients deal with tinnitus.\u00a0 Fortunately, today there is a great deal of research with a focus on finding a cure for tinnitus. The American Tinnitus Association (http:\/\/www.ata.org<\/a>) has been leading the charge to find answers. There is no reason today for any professional to tell a patient that there is nothing that can be done and that he\/she will just have to get used to it. Help is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n