Topmusicanswers
- Why is my hearing off pitch?
- Can diplacusis go away on its own?
- Do I have diplacusis?
- Why do I randomly make high-pitched noises?
Why is my hearing off pitch?
Diplacusis is generally a symptom of unilateral or bilateral hearing loss. Onset is usually sudden and can be caused by exposure to loud noise, an ear infection, an obstruction in the ear canal (such as compacted earwax), or head trauma. People who develop diplacusis may also notice tinnitus in the affected ear.
Can diplacusis go away on its own?
Diplacusis caused by sensorineural hearing loss is permanent, but it may be treated with hearing aids or cochlear implants. Auditory rehabilitation and/or auditory training can also help your brain adapt.
Do I have diplacusis?
A symptom of sudden or bilateral hearing loss, diplacusis occurs when hearing loss is experienced in one ear, or when uneven hearing loss is experienced in both ears. Diplacusis is usually noticed after trauma, a severe ear infection, from taking certain medications, or after exposure to a dangerously loud noise.
Why do I randomly make high-pitched noises?
Tinnitus happens when we consciously hear a sound that does not come from any source outside the body. It is not a disease, but a symptom of an underlying problem. The noise is usually subjective, meaning that only the person who has tinnitus can hear it. The most common form is a steady, high-pitched ringing.
