Tinnitus presents in two major laterality-defined subtypes: unilateral and bilateral. These are not just descriptive terms but point to distinct underlying causes, neural patterns, and clinical approaches. A synthesis of current evidence by Hany Amin Riad highlights these critical differences, providing a clearer framework for understanding and managing the condition. Key Takeaways Unilateral tinnitus is…
Dental students in their final year show measurable signs of early inner ear damage compared to their first-year peers, according to a new study. Research from Biruni University in Turkey indicates that the high-frequency noise of dental drills and suction units, present during training, is linked to reduced function in the cochlea’s outer hair cells….
A new study has established the first sex-specific normative ranges for a key auditory brainstem response (ABR) measurement, providing clinicians with a potential tool to diagnose cochlear deafferentation in patients with normal hearing tests. The research, led by Sean D. Kampel and colleagues at the VA National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research, found that 51%…
A new study has found that deeply held negative beliefs about the self and the world, known as early maladaptive schemas, are strongly linked to the severity of misophonia. The research, led by Michela Fazi and colleagues, shows these cognitive patterns account for unique aspects of the condition that broader personality traits and general anxiety…
People with misophonia and those studying it have long reported that the condition often starts early in life. However, there has been a lack of detailed evidence from a large group about what those initial years are actually like. To fill this gap, a team from Duke University Medical Center analyzed detailed, open-ended survey responses…
In a large study of over 3,400 adults, researchers found no link between cannabis use and whether someone has tinnitus. However, among those who already experience tinnitus, using cannabis was associated with reporting it as less severe. This association was strongest in people without HIV. Key Takeaways Cannabis use was not associated with the presence…
A 2026 study of 144 adults found that individuals with misophonia reported significantly higher levels across all 18 early maladaptive schemas compared to matched controls, with two specific schemas—Entitlement and Emotional Inhibition—emerging as the strongest independent predictors of misophonia severity. Key Takeaways Individuals with misophonia showed elevated levels across all 18 early maladaptive schemas compared…
Audiologist-led tinnitus management in a Singapore public hospital achieved a significant reduction in patient-reported handicap, with 93% of follow-up patients showing improvement. Key Takeaways 93% of patients who returned for follow-up showed a reduction in their Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) score three months after starting audiologist-led management. Average THI scores fell significantly from 46.9 to…
Sean D. Kampel and colleagues at the VA National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research have established normative ranges for a specific auditory brainstem response (ABR) test. Their study, published in the *American Journal of Audiology*, suggests this measure could allow clinicians to identify cochlear deafferentation in patients with normal hearing tests but auditory complaints. Key…
An audiologist-led tinnitus management clinic in Singapore achieved a 93% improvement rate among patients who completed treatment, according to a retrospective hospital study. The findings suggest structured audiological care can substantially reduce tinnitus-related distress. Key Takeaways 93% of patients who returned for follow-up reported a reduction in their tinnitus handicap score three months after treatment….
A large study of over 3,400 adults found no link between cannabis use and whether someone develops tinnitus. However, among those who already have tinnitus, cannabis users were 29% less likely to rate their symptoms as a moderate-to-very big problem. Key Takeaways Cannabis use was not associated with the overall presence of tinnitus in a…
Key Takeaways Implant and bioelectronic therapies are becoming viable options for patients with Meniere’s disease who do not respond to traditional drug or diet-based treatments. These technologies include vestibular implants, cochlear implants, intratympanic drug delivery systems, and nerve stimulators. The goal is to directly modulate the faulty neural signals causing vertigo and tinnitus, moving beyond…
