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Sensitive Hearing Issue
My mother has very sensitive hearing. Any sound other than soft songs and normal conversation gives her a lot of discomfort. We had been to an ENT and no issues to deafness was found. Only a multivitamin (Full 24) was prescribed. Is there any kind of solution in regard to sound insulation available which can reduce the loud sounds impact? During festivals, it is getting discomforting for her!
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She is facing Hyperacusis.
Hyperacusis is a type of reduced tolerance to sound.
People with hyperacusis often find ordinary noises too loud, while loud noises can cause discomfort and pain.
The most common known causes of hyperacusis are exposure to loud noise, and ageing.
Next Steps
There is usually no cure for hyperacusis, although it can be managed.
Treatment focuses on insight, reassurance and protection of the ear like using ear plug to mask the loud sound.
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