About Hyperacusis
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive, conservative management approach focused on retraining the auditory system.Aims to significantly reduce discomfort and fear associated with everyday sounds.Improves overall quality of life and social participation.Treatment is personalized, often combining sound therapy with psychological support.No surgical risks or prolonged recovery periods are involved.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of hyperacusis, where ordinary sounds (e.g., dishes clinking, car engines) cause pain, discomfort, or fear.
- Condition often associated with tinnitus (ringing in the ears).
- Linked to other conditions such as migraine, head injury, Lyme disease, or certain neurological disorders.
- Presence of sound sensitivity causing significant anxiety, social withdrawal, or functional impairment.
- Failure of simple sound protection (earplugs) to manage the condition, as overuse can worsen sensitivity.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive audiological evaluation to confirm diagnosis and establish baseline loudness discomfort levels.
- Detailed medical history review to identify any underlying associated conditions.
- Discussion of symptoms, triggers, and impact on daily life with the ENT specialist.
- Possible referral to a psychologist or therapist for concurrent cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Acquiring sound generators or apps as recommended by the audiologist for the sound therapy protocol.
Risks & possible complications
- Since treatment is non-invasive, there are no surgical risks like infection or bleeding.
- Initial increase in anxiety or discomfort during the early stages of sound therapy.
- Potential for temporary frustration if progress is slow or expectations are not immediately met.
- In rare cases, improper use of sound therapy without professional guidance could lead to inadequate improvement.
- Underlying conditions (e.g., migraine) may continue to require separate management.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a gradual process of habituation, not a post-operative healing period.
- Consistent daily use of prescribed sound therapy devices or apps is crucial.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the audiologist to adjust therapy levels and track progress.
- Incorporation of relaxation techniques and CBT strategies to manage sound-related anxiety.
- Gradual, systematic re-exposure to previously avoided sound environments as tolerance improves.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time: Ongoing process over 3 to 12 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hyperacusis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ent departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hyperacusis. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hyperacusis compare across other countries where we have data.
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ENT Specialists for Hyperacusis
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