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Bothered by Sounds That Others Do Not Mind? You Might Have Hyperacusis

Have you ever wondered if you are the only one who finds everyday sounds overwhelmingly loud? While others carry on as if nothing is amiss, have you ever felt startled or even felt pain in your ears from quiet noises? When noise from upstairs, street traffic, or even the hum of a refrigerator and the ticking of a clock pierce your ears so sharply that daily life becomes difficult, you might be dealing with hyperacusis.