Question 1

tinnitus is a high pitched sound. what can tinnitus cause?

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss: Although the question should more appropriately be what causes tinnitus, the best answer to give you is that in some patients at the beginning of their awareness of the sound in the ear, they become depressed, anxious and unhappy.  Tinnitus does not cause anything else.  But the presence of tinnitus, particularly, unilateral tinnitus rarely can be associated with an acoustic tumor.

Question 2

why am i sensitive to light touching all over my body and high pitched sound?

Accepted Answer

Sensitivity: Many people have unique sensitivities to various things, like touch, sound, odors, etc plus those you have mentioned.  It can be an aspect of your temperament that you've had for a lifetime (and can help a homeopath find a medicine that will help you).  It may also be related to conditions developed in your lifetime -- i've known patients who experience increased sensitivities after brain surgery.

Question 3

i often hear sustained high pitched sound. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus not normal: Although it is common.  It is also generally not a sign of anything serious.  You should get your hearing tested, as tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is usually associated with hearing loss.  See your ENT and protect your ears against noise damage with ear plugs in a noisy environment. Best wishes.

Question 4

how do specific high pitched sounds make your body twitch? (like nails on a chalkboard)

Accepted Answer

Noise induced: Body is just reacting to unpleasant sound.

Question 5

why do high pitched sounds like vacuum make me want to leave room? hurt my ears.

Accepted Answer

May have hyperacusis: There is a condition called hyperacusis in which certain sounds can be painful. Sometimes it can occur in patients with underlying hearing loss. I recommend you see an ENT doctor to have a hearing test and an ear exam.

Question 6

was outside in -10 c. now left ear rings for as long as a sound is played or spoken. just certain vocals and high pitched sounds.

Accepted Answer

You are describing: the response of the ear to a noxious injury LOUD SOUNDS are the most common (eg a gunshot etc) I suppose intense cold could damage as well but you have to check this with
an Audiologist!!  Ask your Primary Care Provider for a referral!
Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 7

i'm experiencing slight sound distortion in my left ear (long term issue). i noticed it because louder high pitched sounds can be painful. what is it?

Accepted Answer

ENT doctor: You should see an ear nose throat specialist doctor for this problem. They would know best.

Question 8

are higher frequency noises or lower frequency noises more harmful to your ears? my ears have become sensitive and loud high pitched sounds makes me feel nauseous and like jumping out of my body. will this get better and what noises should i avoid?

Accepted Answer

Both: Both high and low frequency noises can be damaging to one's hearing if loud enough, or if exposed to long enough. Haven't seen any research studies comparing each to determine which is more damaging. It's sort of like comparing lemons to limes... hard to find a difference. Anyway, one should wear good hearing protection  if exposed to loud noises. For comfort, avoid sounds that sound irritating.

Question 9

what's wrong with my right ear? high pitched sound till i yawn.

Accepted Answer

Need an exam: May be infection or inflammation. Need the doctor to look inside!

Question 10

can a high pitched sound like  scream (editing for a broadway play) in headphones cause hearing loss? its uncomfortable, is it permanent?

Accepted Answer

Hearing loss : Acoustic trauma is commonly seen in machinery operators or musicians exposed to loud music. It can cause permanent hearing loss. Check with an ENT (ear nose  throat specialist). Prevention of further loss is the key, .

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Tinnitus is a high pitched sound. what can tinnitus cause?

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I often hear sustained high pitched sound. is this normal?

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How do specific high pitched sounds make your body twitch? (like nails on a chalkboard)

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Why do high pitched sounds like vacuum make me want to leave room? hurt my ears.

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Was outside in -10 c. now left ear rings for as long as a sound is played or spoken. just certain vocals and high pitched sounds.

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I'm experiencing slight sound distortion in my left ear (long term issue). i noticed it because louder high pitched sounds can be painful. what is it?

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Are higher frequency noises or lower frequency noises more harmful to your ears? my ears have become sensitive and loud high pitched sounds makes me feel nauseous and like jumping out of my body. will this get better and what noises should i avoid?

A member asked:

What's wrong with my right ear? high pitched sound till i yawn.

A member asked:

Can a high pitched sound like scream (editing for a broadway play) in headphones cause hearing loss? its uncomfortable, is it permanent?

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