Tinnitus
Ringing, buzzing or hissing sounds in the ears without an external source.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound with no external source. It is often linked to hearing changes and can usually be managed with the right assessment and support.
Symptoms

Ringing or buzzing in the ears

Hissing or humming sounds

Difficulty concentrating or sleeping
Causes
Age-related hearing changes
Noise exposure
Ear-wax blockage
Certain medications
When to seek care
See a doctor for tinnitus in one ear, sudden onset, or tinnitus with hearing loss or dizziness.
Related conditions
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