Question 1

why am i so sensitive to noise?

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Noise snesitivity: Sensitivity to noise can be normal or could be due to issues affecting the nerve or muscles controlling the bones in the ear.  See a regular doctor for further evaluation.

Question 2

why am i very sensitive to noise when i sleep at night?

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Depends: Probably because it is very quiet and you are not used to a quiet environment. It does not signify anything wrong with you.

Question 3

when i turn my head, something within my r. ear feels like its pulling. its tender to touch, sharp pain even when applying facial lotion..15+ years ago, hit by volleyball close range in that same side. feel it now.. both ears are sensitive to noise?

Accepted Answer

ENT eval: Please consider evaluation by an ear/nose/throate specialist to get this figured out.

Question 4

i am very sensitive to noise, and that disturbs me a lot when sleeping. how do i sleep without earplugs?

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Controlled noise: Usually it is more startle that wakes people.  So if you are sensitive to noise, i would recommend a sound machine or white noise (like static on radio) that you can control so it may drown out little noises that may wake you because they are "out of the ordinary and unexpected.".

Question 5

why does my ear feel blocked and too sensitive to noise today?

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Ears blocked from na: Your ears are most likely blocked due to nasal allergies or a bad cold. This may result in an ear infection because of the blockage of eustachian tubes. Eustachian tubes allow air to enter middle ears whenever we swollow it is beast to consult your physician to start treating your allergies.

Question 6

i have times when i feel off balance and my ears are very sensitive to vibration (even the fan running).  is this from fluid?  sensitive to noise too.

Accepted Answer

Inner vs middle ear: If you had fluid in your middle ear, the biggest complaint would be hearing loss and ear pain, and seldom balance problems or noise sensitivity. The inner ear houses the balance organ, and when fluid pressure builds here, balance is affected  & loud and vibratory sounds can be painful. You can be evaluated for both middle and inner ear problems and have your balance assessed by an otolaryngologist.

Question 7

can your hearing be sensitive to noise with a sinus infection?

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Sinus inf & noise: As a rule, no. If anything, sinus infections tend to reduce your hearing because the same process of inflammation and congestion often plugs up your eustachian tubes, blocking up the ears, so the eardrums don't work properly.  Sometimes, however, it is difficult to distinguish between a sinus infection and migraine headache. Migraine is a common cause of hypersensitivity to noise.

Question 8

im too sensitive to noise, my sister says it could be bipolar, i thought it might be aspergers or add. my neighbors drive me nuts. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like : Sounds like you get annoyed easily  so you would be wise to see your doctor for an appointment and a thorough evaluation.

Question 9

i am very sensitive to noise post wisdom-tooth extraction. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Consult ENT doctor: Ear doctor can examine &amp; evaluate your situation &amp; can recommend proper care &amp; treatment.

Question 10

my ears became very sensitive to noise. air pressure in a moving car with windows down bothers my ears and i can't stand it. what's wrong with me?

Accepted Answer

Pressure on ear drum: This can happen for a few different reasons.   The problem could be originating in your brain, such as in people who experience this as part of a migraine headache syndrome.  More likely, it is a problem with pressure in the inner ear which can occur with allergies, or eustachian tube dysfunction.  It can also happen when changing elevations quickly, like driving up or down a mountain.

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When i turn my head, something within my r. ear feels like its pulling. its tender to touch, sharp pain even when applying facial lotion..15+ years ago, hit by volleyball close range in that same side. feel it now.. both ears are sensitive to noise?

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I am very sensitive to noise, and that disturbs me a lot when sleeping. how do i sleep without earplugs?

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Why does my ear feel blocked and too sensitive to noise today?

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I have times when i feel off balance and my ears are very sensitive to vibration (even the fan running). is this from fluid? sensitive to noise too.

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Can your hearing be sensitive to noise with a sinus infection?

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Im too sensitive to noise, my sister says it could be bipolar, i thought it might be aspergers or add. my neighbors drive me nuts. any suggestions?

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I am very sensitive to noise post wisdom-tooth extraction. what can i do?

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My ears became very sensitive to noise. air pressure in a moving car with windows down bothers my ears and i can't stand it. what's wrong with me?

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