I really appreciate the discussion of hyperacusis. I am both sensitive to noise and yet have some hearing loss in one ear. I wear earplugs on the rare occasion that I go to the movies — or, in a pinch, stick in rolled-up tissues to block the noise. (I also wear sunglasses or close my eyes during the flashy previews, ugh.) It's nearly impossible to go to a busy restaurant and when I do go out, I choose my seat carefully, always looking for what I imagine to be the quietest corner. I've always been amazed that more people aren't bothered by the noises that affect me so strongly. It always helps to know I'm not alone. I was finally diagnosed with Ménière's, cause unknown but possibly brought on by a virus, so at least I can share that with folks and encourage them to understand the challenges of both hyperacusis and hearing loss. Thank you for this newsletter! [Full disclosure: Paula is my dear sister!]
I really appreciate the discussion of hyperacusis. I am both sensitive to noise and yet have some hearing loss in one ear. I wear earplugs on the rare occasion that I go to the movies — or, in a pinch, stick in rolled-up tissues to block the noise. (I also wear sunglasses or close my eyes during the flashy previews, ugh.) It's nearly impossible to go to a busy restaurant and when I do go out, I choose my seat carefully, always looking for what I imagine to be the quietest corner. I've always been amazed that more people aren't bothered by the noises that affect me so strongly. It always helps to know I'm not alone. I was finally diagnosed with Ménière's, cause unknown but possibly brought on by a virus, so at least I can share that with folks and encourage them to understand the challenges of both hyperacusis and hearing loss. Thank you for this newsletter! [Full disclosure: Paula is my dear sister!]