Tinnitus is a medical term that describes hearing issues not caused by an external sound. Doctors diagnose tinnitus based on a patient's hearing experiences.
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Not Psychological
Although it's an internal sound, tinnitus is not imaginary; it's a real and often distressing condition. Despite the lack of an external source, Tim's tinnitus was as distressing as loud music.
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Persistent Issue
Tinnitus is often a continual problem, which means it can last a long time and be hard to cure. She was frustrated by her persistent tinnitus, which lasted for several weeks.