Tinnitus isn’t always just an ear problem

Why Tinnitus Feels Louder at Night — And What You Can Do About It

Is Tinnitus a Disease? The Truth About Ringing in Your Ears One of the biggest misconceptions about tinnitus is that it's a disease. It isn't. Tinnitus is a symptom—the perception of sound when no external sound is present. People describe it as ringing, buzzing, hissing, humming, roaring, chirping, or even the sound of crickets. There are hundreds of possible causes of tinnitus. The most common is hearing loss, but tinnitus can also be associated with noise exposure, earwax buildup, certain med