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💁🏻‍♀️ TIL: 👂🔊 For decades, people worldwide have reported hearing a mysterious low-frequency drone, often described as a distant idling diesel engine.

Researchers studied 28 people who regularly hear this #sound, known as The Hum. Their conclusion published in PLOS ONE: It may be low-frequency #tinnitus – the #brain creating the perception of a sound that isn’t there.

👉 https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-may-have-finally-solved-the-mystery-of-the-strange-hum-heard-around-the-world/

#science #hearing #ears #acoustics #biology #physics #research #norway #germany #health

Scientists May Have Finally Solved the Mystery of the Strange Hum Heard Around the World

A mysterious low-frequency sound known as The Hum has been reported around the world for decades, leaving researchers searching for its source.

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Dread Pirate (Tom) Roberts 3d ago

It's only when it's deathly quiet do I notice I have a little bit of tinnitus. I know some people have it much worse.

Always use ear protection folks!

#tinnitus

Howard Smith MD, AM 4d ago

Boosting Your Mood May Boost Your Ear Ringing. Serotonin, the neurotransmitter targeted by many antidepressants, and medications that boost it may actually amplify tinnitus. References on my website. #Tinnitus #HearingHealth #BrainHealth #DepressionResearch #MedicalNews
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Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Boosting Your Mood May Boost Your Ear Ringing According to new peer-reviewed research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, Chinese scientists report that serotonin, the neurotransmitter targeted by many antidepressants, may actually amplify tinnitus. In their study, otolaryngology and hearing researchers show that a specific serotonin-driven brain circuit is connected directly to the auditory system. Using advanced light-based brain stimulation in mice, they find that increasing serotonin activity triggers tinnitus-like behaviors. When they turn that circuit off, the tinnitus-like effects become significantly weaker. This study confirms observations by some patients that tinnitus seems to worsen while taking SSRIs. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors are a common class of antidepressants used to treat depression and anxiety. They include Zoloft, Lexapro, Prozac, Celexa, and Paxil. This research may help explain why they might trigger ear ringing. The researchers stress that people should not stop prescribed medications on their own. As always, you should work with your medical team to balance mental health benefits with any potential impact on your tinnitus symptoms. The references for this report are available on my website. #Tinnitus #HearingHealth #BrainHealth #DepressionResearch #MedicalNews"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on June 4, 2026: "Boosting Your Mood May Boost Your Ear Ringing According to new peer-reviewed research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, Chinese scientists report that serotonin, the neurotransmitter targeted by many antidepressants, may actually amplify tinnitus. In their study, otolaryngology and hearing researchers show that a specific serotonin-driven brain circuit is connected directly to the auditory system. Using advanced light-based brain stimulation in mice, they find that increasing serotonin activity triggers tinnitus-like behaviors. When they turn that circuit off, the tinnitus-like effects become significantly weaker. This study confirms observations by some patients that tinnitus seems to worsen while taking SSRIs. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors are a common class of antidepressants used to treat depression and anxiety. They include Zoloft, Lexapro, Prozac, Celexa, and Paxil. This research may help explain why they might trigger ear ringing. The researchers stress that people should not stop prescribed medications on their own. As always, you should work with your medical team to balance mental health benefits with any potential impact on your tinnitus symptoms. The references for this report are available on my website. #Tinnitus #HearingHealth #BrainHealth #DepressionResearch #MedicalNews".

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Wilfrid L 4d ago

I've had very mild tinnitus for a while now but I rarely notice it because I only really hear it when it's quiet. It's very mild.

But I just realised that I haven't noticed it in a long time, so perhaps it has cleared up.

#Tinnitus

Emsquared 5d ago

Will hopefully be attending more classical concerts around #Glasgow over the coming months.
Better for my #tinnitus at least than those popular beat combos.
What's the frquency Kenneth?
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

#Glasgow #tinnitus