I definitely have an over-sensitivity to some sounds in my right ear, off and on (ie not constant). I wouldn’t describe it as painful or even discomfort necessarily, but it’s unpleasant, like the aural equivalent of someone shining a very bright light into your eye(s). No tinnitus with it, tho in my left ear I do. No idea what to attribute any of it to as ive always been pretty cautious with noise levels exposure, but I have a theory that vaping (and in particular the PG that’s in most vape juices) may be a culprit, as I vaped a lot throughout my 30’s (im now 40), which is when this stuff came on. Ive also read that depression, stress and anxiety are sometimes linked, as is bruxism/TMJ issues, all of which im on nodding terms with. Am actually seeing an ENT consultant about it in a few weeks time, so this post is timely. You don’t see/hear a lot about hyperacusis, and yes ive had that experience of having to explain certain ear issues to a GP. In my experience ive found they aren’t that interested/knowledgable about ear stuff., and it can be very frustrating
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