Authored By:

Medeiros LN et al

Summary:

 

This is a systematic review that investigated the association between tinnitus and exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF), particularly in people who claim to have electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS). A total of 45 relevant studies were evaluated. Some studies reported significantly higher prevalence of tinnitus in EHS participants. One major study suggested that tinnitus is associated with intensive use of mobile phone for a prolonged period (4 years or more). However the rest of the major studies evaluated did not report any effects or any direct association between EMF exposure and tinnitus.

 

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Published In:

Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 2015: in press

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