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Re: The Sound of Silence [message #65791 is a reply to message #65787] Fri, 21 January 2011 09:01 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
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The nerve cells in the cochlea (inner ear) are constantly firing, even when there is no sound. This is responsible for the "buzzing" or ringing that you are hearing and is normal. If the ringing is audible in typical surroundings or causes discomfort it may be termed tinnitus.
 
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