I've been thinking that after 5 years of treatment for lyme that I was about done. I've been pulsing for a few months now - and things get under control quickly when I get back on the antibiotics. I'm guessing that a couple more cycles and I'll be able to stop treatment.
The thing I've noticed the last month or so is certain noises seem really load and aggravating. I wouldn't say my hearing is always exceptional, but driving has gotten really loud. I'm not sure I'd call it hyperacusis, but it's not that far away from it.
Has anyone been treating a long time and thinking you were done only to find it moving into your brain - or maybe some other organ?
I'm still thinking really clearly, not angry, memory isn't bad, so it's not a complete infection of the brain. It's just really loud driving in the car.
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steve1906
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I've heard of others saying they had this problem...Check out this web-site, might not relate to your question...
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- The link above has some good points. However, there is one line that can be very wrong:
" The sensitivity is usually short lived and not a constant bothersome symptom. " (end except).
Hyperacusis can have many causes. One of those: damage (from various things). Once the ears are damaged, that can last forever.
So be sure you have all your bases covered. With good treatment, and with good support and with good ear protection, there is the chance that what you experience will subside.
But, if there is damage connected, recovery for the ears is not guaranteed.
#1: avoid in the ear buds and even headphones right now (see discussion in the thread about why).
#2: check your Rx and OTC (in line with Bauman's book, see link)
Even if you are unsure it's hyperacusis (that term can have a very wide "definition" and what you describe sure fits) so, please see all the posts here that relate to ANY DEGREE of discomfort from sounds - there can be various causes or factors -- and there may be some things you can do that might help.
Also see the OTOTOXICITY posts in case you might be taking anything of that nature and, again, what can help to minimize effects.
Of course, be sure your EAR PROTECTION is always on your radar, even in your kitchen, say with the blender . . . or when around a hair dryer.
Antibiotics can make people much more subseptable (sp?) to damage from even otherwise "safe" decibels. See detail here so liver support is always on board as much as your ear muffs are:
Topic: TINNITUS: Ringing Between The Ears; Vestibular, Balance, Hearing with compiled links - including HYPERACUSIS -
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Keebler
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- "It's just really loud driving in the car." end quote.
I'm sorry to say this, then, you should not be driving in that car until some sound mitigation is in place . . . either with ear plugs, muffs . . . a different car . . . a different route . . . be sure windows are always up (traffic IS at deafening decibels).
To continue exposure to the irritant can cause damage. And some cars ARE just too loud but also too vibrational. Floor pads might help a bit in that case . . . be sure your feet are not getting too much vibration from the car's frame. Same for the steering wheel. If so, an alignment of tires may help.
Be very careful about where you go now. Avoid loud events, shouting, etc. Your ears sound like they are in a very vulnerable state right now so even if you don't notice other venues besides the car to bother you, your ears have still registered an alert, loud & clear. The warning shot has been fired. But a stampede could be prevented.
One loud sound could be the tipping moment.
[I have no idea where my language is coming from. I'm trying to make sense but can't access the phrases I'd like.]
I hope you can take the precautions in the thread . . . and talk to your LL doctor about this. I hope this improves for you. -
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