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Can tinnitus *lead* to deafness, or damage your ear or neurological system? the cause-effect wording is intentional.
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Other way around: Tinnitus is usually a result of hearing loss not a cause of it.
Answered 2/13/2015
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Tinnitus : It's completely opposite of what you suggest. Tinnitus is a sign or symptom often associated with hearing loss. Tinnitus does not cause hearing loss, nor does it damage your hearing or neurologic system.
Answered 2/14/2015
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