Hyper Sensitive Ears and Reactive Tinnitus

[Mark K.]

Hello Dr. Hubbard:
I've had T for about 4 months now, the first 3 months I just had T, but the last month I started H, and my T just recently began to be reactive to sounds now. Yesterday I put on my Widex Zen Hearing Devices and turned on the Hearing Aid Feature, which seemed to lessen my H and even the reactiveness of my T. I was wondering if using my Hearing Aid feature and listening to amplified sounds would actually de-synthesize my H and possibly my reactiveness to my T? I've been reading that the best way to combat H is to continue to listen to external sounds, so maybe the amplified sounds of the hearing aid helps. What are your thoughts on this?

Appreciate any feedback on this.

Mark K.

 

[Dr. Hubbard]

Hey Mark
yes, hiding from sound is the worst thing you can do with hyperacusis and reactive tinnitus. Consistent exposure, as tolerated, will promote desensitization.
Best wishes
DR Hubbard