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8. Diagnosing Tinnitus

The doctor will first perform a physical exam of the head and neck. Diagnostic tests include a hearing test or audiogram, and a CT or MRI scan might follow these. Blood tests may help find the underlying condition that causes tinnitus -- such as an infection, thyroid problems, or an autoimmune condition. There are also specific tests that evaluate the degree to which ear function is impaired, such as pure tone audiometry or PTA.

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