New Tinnitus Guideline Offers Recommendations to Improve Patient Care

Tinnitus, defined by the perception of sounds such as buzzing or ringing in the absence of external noise, is particularly common in veterans due to military exposures to loud noises and chemicals. Although the majority of those with tinnitus aren’t bothered by it, the condition can be associated with insomnia, depression, anxiety, and reduced quality of life, noted a guideline based on a systematic review.