Tinnitus in adults
A) is ringing in the ears.
B) leads to degeneration restricted to the contralateral auditory cortex.
C) leads to a reorganization of primary auditory cortex.
D) all of the above
E) both A and C

Question

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Tinnitus in adults is typically described as a ringing or buzzing sound in the ears (A). It has been shown to lead to a reorganization of the primary auditory cortex, where neurons become hyperactive or change their frequency tuning, potentially contributing to the perceived sound (C). There is no evidence to suggest that it leads to degeneration restricted to the contralateral auditory cortex, so option B is incorrect. Therefore, the correct answer is E (both A and C).

Tinnitus in Adults