What is tinnitus?

Answer by  taslimah (27)

It is a sort of ringing noise you hear in your ear, it is bothersome but will go away by itself. Things like wax buildup can make the noise more conscious of the sound.

Answer by  DrColbath (103)

Tinnitus is ringing in the ear. It can occur sporadically in healthy individuals and resolve without intervention, but can also be due to several conditions, such as noise-induced hearing loss, medication side effect, ear infection, or buildup of wax.

Answer by  dangerosive (18)

Tinnitus is a general term referring to the auditory perception of non-existent sounds, or hearing things that aren't really there, such as a ringing in the ears.

Answer by  Lyneiba (51)

This is a persistent sound in your ear or ears that can't be eliminated. It is a medical problem which can be caused by a variety of things.