A Clinical Study of Tinnitus
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چکیده
Tinnitus can be defined as a Sound Sensation perceived in the ears or head that is not related to an external source of stimuli. The term tinnitus derives from the Latin word tinnier, Meaning to Ring. Tinnitus is classified in many cases into 2 categories. Tinnitus is either objective (Audible to anyone in addition to the affected individual) or subjective (Audible only to the affected individual).
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