The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that roughly 20 million people struggle with chronic tinnitus, while 2 million people have an extreme and debilitating case.
The audiology and hearing aid specialists at Lake Ear, Nose, Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery explain what tinnitus is and how it can be treated.
WEB EXTRA: The American Tinnitus Association says that while there is no cure for tinnitus, there are some things patients can do to find relief.