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I have been suffering from tinnitus for 4.5 months without hearing loss. recently i was prescribed nortriptalyne. after taking it for a few days i have noticed tinnitus louder. i have stopped, but wondering if the increase volume is permanent?
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It could be: It could be permanent. Hard to tell. The cause of tinnitus is not known.
Answered 10/20/2018
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