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Tinnitus Awareness Week

Published 5 February 2024

Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that do not come from an outside source. It’s not usually a sign of anything serious ands may get better by itself.

Tinnitus can sound like:

  • Ringing
  • Buzzing
  • Whooshing
  • Humming
  • Hissing
  • Throbbing
  • Music or singing

You may hear these in 1 or both ears, or your head.

See your GP if you have these symptoms regularly, if its getting worse or if it is bothering you. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus/

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