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How do you know if your tinnitus is permanent ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Only time: There is no way to tell unless one knows the cause. For example, if you have tinnitus from taking aspirin, stopping Aspirin would stop it. The cause for tinnitus is unfortunately often unknown.

Answered 6/24/2014

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