[alnorth]

Had it my whole life, not sure where it came from, but it was first pointed out to me that I had a problem at a routine hearing screening in elementary school.

Fortunately, mine isn't too bad. Its a high ring, which I understand is a lot easier to ignore and a lot less annoying than buzzing or static. I'm fine in a fairly quiet room, I only really notice it in complete silence, and even then it doesn't bother me at all unless I'm trying to sleep. (I use a rain noisemaker)