Why Do Carotid Artery Plaques Cause Tinnitus?
Disease description:
I frequently develop carotid artery plaques, but this time the condition seems more severe—I’ve even started experiencing tinnitus. Could you explain why carotid artery plaques can cause tinnitus?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
If the patient develops additional cervical plaques, this may impair local blood circulation, potentially leading to tinnitus. This condition may also stem from neurological causes—such as transient cerebral ischemia, a systemic functional disorder—accompanied by symptoms including aphasia. In severe cases, symptoms may include coma, headache, dizziness, and tinnitus. Following symptom onset, prompt referral to the MRI department is essential to evaluate for any additional pathological lesions.
