Tinnitus and sound intolerance: evidence and experience of a Brazilian group.

Tinnitus and sound intolerance: evidence and experience of a Brazilian group.

Braz J Otorhinolaryngol. 2017 Dec 24;:

Authors: Onishi ET, Coelho CCB, Oiticica J, Figueiredo RR, Guimarães RCC, Sanchez TG, Gürtler AL, Venosa AR, Sampaio ALL, Azevedo AA, Pires APBÁ, Barros BBC, Oliveira CACP, Saba C, Yonamine FK, Medeiros ÍRT, Rosito LPS, Rates MJA, Kii MA, Fávero ML, Santos MAO, Person OC, Ciminelli P, Marcondes RA, Moreira RKP, Torres SMS

Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Tinnitus and sound intolerance are frequent and subjective complaints that may have an impact on a patient's quality of life.
OBJECTIVE: To present a review of the salient points including concepts, pathophysiology, diagnosis and approach of the patient with tinnitus and sensitivity to sounds.
METHODS: Literature review with bibliographic survey in Pubmed database. Articles and book chapters on tinnitus and sound sensitivity were selected. The several topics were discussed by a group of Brazilian professionals and the conclusions were described.
RESULTS: The prevalence of tinnitus has increased over the years, often associated with hearing loss, metabolic factors and inadequate diet. Medical evaluation should be performed carefully to guide the request of subsidiary exams. Currently available treatments range from medications to the use of sounds with specific characteristics and meditation techniques, with variable results.
CONCLUSION: A review on tinnitus and auditory sensitivity was presented, allowing the reader a broad view of the approach to these patients, based on scientific evidence and national experience.

PMID: 29339026 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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