Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds that come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source. It's often described as "ringing in the ears", although several sounds can be heard, including: buzzing, humming, etc.
Read about the main causes of tinnitus, including hearing loss and damage from exposure to loud noises.
Read about what your GP might do to diagnose tinnitus and what might happen if you're referred to a hospital specialist.
Read about the main treatments for tinnitus, including sound therapy, counselling and self-help tips.
Jan Dawson was diagnosed with Mnire's disease. She also hashearing loss and tinnitus.Jan talks about how time and being positive has helped her get used to the condition.
Paul Burrows has had tinnitus for as long as he can remember. He talks about what it's like living with it.