Tinnitus: A narrative review
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Tinnitus, the perception of sound in the absence of an external acoustic stimulus, is one of the most common reasons for consultation in the area of otorhinolaryngology. It has been associated with various etiologies such as ototoxicity, tumors, head trauma, and psychiatric disorders; idiopathic causes are also widely known. The clinical characteristics of tinnitus are variable from patient to patient; therefore, its diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up are a clinical challenge. Although recent studies have proposed different clinical and therapeutic approaches, these are still under analysis today. This narrative review aims to update the diagnostic, clinical and therapeutic approach to tinnitus in the last decade.
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