Tinnitus pattern

Hearing ringing, buzzing, or another sound without an external source is called tinnitus. It can be temporary or persistent and has many possible causes.

Common causes

Noise exposure, hearing changes, earwax, some medicines, and health conditions are possible causes.

Risk factors

Pulsatile tinnitus, sudden hearing loss, severe neurological vertigo/weakness, or tinnitus after head injury needs prompt assessment.

Red flags — seek urgent care

Sudden hearing loss or new neurological symptoms with tinnitus need urgent assessment.

Suggested next step

Seek review if tinnitus persists, worsens, or affects sleep/concentration, especially if one-sided.

Symptoms linked to this condition

✓ At least one verified Saudi source and one independent global source are linked.

This page is general educational information, not a medical consultation. If symptoms are severe or worrying, contact a healthcare professional.