When one experiences prolonged exposure to sounds greater than 85
decibels, the tiny hairs in the ear which help transmit sound can become
permanently damaged. So I have had a good excuse for any “what did you
say?” moments.
But I’ve noticed something which has changed since I developed MS. I
can’t hear well although I have extraordinary hearing. Doesn’t make
sense, I know, but it’s true.
Let me describe what it feels like. Sound waves traveling through
the air that reach my ears first are the sounds which I hear most
prominently. If the TV is on and you want to talk to me, then you’ve
got to talk more directly to me and much more loudly than the TV so that
your voice reaches my ears first.
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Turn it Down Please: Hearing Loss and MS
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