Objective tinnitus secondary to voluntary palatal myoclonus

Summary 

Palatal myoclonus is a known entity causing objective tinnitus but is involuntary in most of the cases. The aim of this case report is to highlight the importance of knowing that certain palatal myoclonus can be voluntary especially in children. The tinnitus disappeared after the contraction of palatal musculature was under controlled by the patient. It is important to identify voluntary palatal myoclonus since it can be successfully treated.

Keywords: Tinnitus, Palatal myoclonus, Voluntary