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309 Nolana STE 1W
Mcallen, Texas, 78504
Phone: (956) 630-hear

2027 East Griffin Pkwy
Mission, Texas, 78572
Phone: (956) 580-4003

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The Prevalence of Tinnitus

What is Tinnitus and How Many People Have It?

Tinnitus is the term for the perception of sound when no external sound is present. It is often referred to as “ringing in the ears,” although some people hear hissing, roaring, whistling, chirping, or clicking. Tinnitus can be intermittent or constant, with single or multiple tones. Its’ perceived volume can range from very soft to extremely loud.

HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE TINNITUS?

50 million Americans experience tinnitus to some degree. Of these, about 12 million have tinnitus which is severe enough to seek medical attention. Of those, about two million patients are so seriously debilitated by their tinnitus, they cannot function on a “normal,” day-to-day basis.