Resolution Criteria

This market resolves YES if a licensed medical doctor (MD or DO) explicitly diagnoses the user's tinnitus as being caused by or related to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. The diagnosis must be confirmed by the user. The market resolves NO if a doctor rules out TMJ as the cause of tinnitus, or if the user receives no TMJ-related diagnosis by Feb 10th, 2027. If the user does not pursue medical evaluation, the market resolves NO.

Background

Tinnitus—a persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears—affects approximately 15-20% of the population. TMJ disorder, which involves dysfunction of the jaw joint, has been proposed as a potential cause of tinnitus in some cases, though the relationship remains debated in medical literature. Diagnosis typically involves clinical examination and imaging studies like MRI or CT scans. Treatment approaches vary depending on the underlying cause.

Considerations

The connection between TMJ and tinnitus is not universally accepted in otolaryngology. Some doctors may attribute tinnitus to other causes (hearing loss, noise exposure, medication side effects, etc.) even if TMJ dysfunction is present. The user should seek evaluation from an otolaryngologist or TMJ specialist for the most reliable diagnosis.