I hear hissing sound and/or painful sounds

Marcus
Marcuson November 15, 2016
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I have read about the loss of sensory changes from a stroke at enable me and I found it very informative. However, I couldn't find anything about what I describe as a 'hissing' sound 24/7 - except when I am sleeping. After my stroke, I found I had a continuing high sound 'inside my brain' but gradually became lower and lower until the sound had nearly disappeared, still there, but very low. Unfortunately, I had a major seizure a month ago and this sound - hissing - is there 24/7. Again, not a when I am sleeping. It is not as bad as it was just when I had my stroke, nevertheless, it is back again and quite high. If I am very tired, suffering from cognitive fatigue, then this 'hissing' sound increases. Also, I find sounds, such as dishes, plates, and pots etc, quite painful to hear and to have a lot of people talking at the same time. I am wondering if anyone else has the same problem of a hissing sound or the problem of painful sounds.
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Hi Marcus,

Sorry to hear about your stroke and the ‘hissing sound’ that you are experiencing.

It may be vertigo however I’d suggest speaking to your GP and/or an Ear Nose and Throat specialist (ENT) to get an accurate diagnosis and management plan. Have you had your hearing checked recently? Hearing loss may also be contributing to the problem.

 

If we can be of any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact StrokeLine on 1800 787 653 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm AEST)

 

Best wishes,

Alana – StrokeLine

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