Appalachian Audiology

The Origin of Hyperacusis

Hyperacusis occurs because the protective mechanisms a normal ear employs are malfunctioning. In fact, even with hearing protection, noises can still seem too loud to a person suffering from hyperacusis. It can come on suddenly or develop over time. Causes of hyperacusis include: Exposure to Loud Noise Head Injury Ototoxic Medications Meniere's Disease TMJ Lyme Disease Autism Central Auditory Processing Disorders For more information on hyperacusis, visit our website!