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Posted by Paige on August 12, 2001, at 20:21:26
Has anyone experienced a hypersensitivity to loud voices,
or noise in general of any kind? I feel like I am at
the edge of my seat some and most times if sound is too
loud, this would include birds chirping (I know it sounds
pathetic) loud voices (adults and children) I get so i cannot
hear anything anymore and frustration level is very high.
Is this merely a high anxiety level or something possibly else?
I get very tense and anxious when this happens. I only
take 1mg of klonopin at night. The side effect of all the noise
would be relative to ongoing PMS. If anyone would care
to share and join in with the sympathies and possible
similar stories I would appreciate it. I am under a lot
of stress, but somehow this noise thing is really
geting worse.Thanks for listening (that isn't a pun, really it isn't)
Paige
Posted by susan C on August 12, 2001, at 21:05:50
In reply to Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Paige on August 12, 2001, at 20:21:26
Yes, At one point, this summer, when I take a rest in the mid afternoon, a male robin was defending his territory. I think where he was some how amplified his call by bouncing off other buildings to my open window. Finally, I got up, went out and tried to find him. to somehow break the constant calling. He must have been responding to the threat of one of the numerous neighborhood cats. It went on for weeks. Then, silence. It drove me nuts.
I have teenagers in the house and realized one day that they had to 1. wear headphones if they were going to play shooting games, 2. Not use the bathroom for showers and getting ready for bed after 9:00. It was a simple thing to ask for, but I just never had done it. I now use my reaction to sounds as a measure of how well a medication may be working.
And finally, like some TV shows, content as well as sound, peoples voices, types of music can set me off in either direction: soothing or agitated.
Good question.
-s> Has anyone experienced a hypersensitivity to loud voices,
> or noise in general of any kind? I feel like I am at
> the edge of my seat some and most times if sound is too
> loud, this would include birds chirping (I know it sounds
> pathetic) loud voices (adults and children) I get so i cannot
> hear anything anymore and frustration level is very high.
> Is this merely a high anxiety level or something possibly else?
> I get very tense and anxious when this happens. I only
> take 1mg of klonopin at night. The side effect of all the noise
> would be relative to ongoing PMS. If anyone would care
> to share and join in with the sympathies and possible
> similar stories I would appreciate it. I am under a lot
> of stress, but somehow this noise thing is really
> geting worse.
>
> Thanks for listening (that isn't a pun, really it isn't)
> Paige
Posted by Willow on August 12, 2001, at 22:13:37
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by susan C on August 12, 2001, at 21:05:50
My mother, myself, and my daughter, three generations of intolerance to excessive noise. I did the concert thing with friends when I was younger, I would end up going to sit in the car until the last time I made up my mind it wasn't for me.
It seems to be worse when I'm not feeling well. Psych explained it to me like this: The brain isn't able to process information correctly, example it can't block out background noise, so then too much stimulus coming in which gets the brain working harder, which amplifies the stimulus coming in. So then it becomes a cycle. He said it better, but hopefully my explanation is understandable.
Okay for another real life experience. Things are moving slowly at night, hence passion starts to build, with the added excitement NOISE. (If I was a man I would have been in real trouble.)
Thankfully the effexor has helped this, plus I really moderate how much I do that I don't push myself to the point where I become tired or stressed. I've started a new medication and it is aggravating this. And right now I'm trying to figure out wether it is worth it.
The noise intolerance is a major problem because we live in a world where they need to pipe in music even when you use a public bathroom.
Anyone else with noise intolerance ever experience migraines?
Willow
Posted by Zo on August 13, 2001, at 0:04:29
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Willow on August 12, 2001, at 22:13:37
> Anyone else with noise intolerance ever experience migraines?Yes ma'am!
Zo
Posted by Willow on August 13, 2001, at 11:23:22
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone? » Willow, posted by Zo on August 13, 2001, at 0:04:29
Zo
Do you experience the noise sensitivity without the migraine? Since we last spoke I've started Mirapex for my twitching. I don't know if it is helping for that but it has seemed to help with the stamina in my legs. Unfortunately though it is causing problems with my "head." It feels like it is going to blow. The rat race continues!
Cam
I've been taking Mirapex for a couple weeks. Each day now the side-effect is starting to increase, I had none the first week. This side-effect I have a hard time explaining how it feels. It's almost like my head is expanding, pressure in it. Also, the mirapex is suppose to help with infrequent daytime twitching. What happens is if something touches me the muscle group in area with jump. This is happening more frequently. Can this be the mirapex? I also find all the good the effexor is doing for me the mirapex is starting to undo. Is this possible or does it make any sense??
Twitching Willow
Posted by Cam W. on August 13, 2001, at 14:14:49
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity... (mirapex Cam?) » Zo, posted by Willow on August 13, 2001, at 11:23:22
Willow - I have no clinical experiences using Mirapex. I hope that someone else can help you, because I could not give as good an answer as I would like. If no one else gives an answer I will see what I can find. Sorry - Cam
> Cam
>
> I've been taking Mirapex for a couple weeks. Each day now the side-effect is starting to increase, I had none the first week. This side-effect I have a hard time explaining how it feels. It's almost like my head is expanding, pressure in it. Also, the mirapex is suppose to help with infrequent daytime twitching. What happens is if something touches me the muscle group in area with jump. This is happening more frequently. Can this be the mirapex? I also find all the good the effexor is doing for me the mirapex is starting to undo. Is this possible or does it make any sense??
>
> Twitching Willow
Posted by Willow on August 13, 2001, at 15:19:08
In reply to Re: Mirapex Side Effects - Anyone? » Willow, posted by Cam W. on August 13, 2001, at 14:14:49
Cam don't worry about it. I've called the doctor's office who prescribed it this afternoon because I'm scared I'll get a constant crinkle in my forehead.
Posted by Paige on August 13, 2001, at 15:46:18
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by susan C on August 12, 2001, at 21:05:50
Thanks for the info Susan. I didn't think I was
totally out of my mind. Now what to do
about it. Appreciate your taking the time to write.
Paige
Posted by Emme on August 13, 2001, at 21:38:36
In reply to Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Paige on August 12, 2001, at 20:21:26
I thought I was the only one! I've always been very sensitive to noise, especially loud noise. As a tot, I could aparently hear an airplane coming before anyone else. Now as an adult, I must wear earplugs to rock concerts. If I'm walking on the sidewalk and a big truck goes by, I put my fingers in my ears. Someimes I have to block out the noise during the coming attractions at the movies. I just hate the loud music in stores while I'm trying to concentrate on shopping. When I'm trying to write or do other work requiring lots of concentration, I find it really hard to block out noise, though sometimes some music of my choice actually helps. Loud angry voices put me right on edge. And the greater my anxiety level (like around finals when I was in college), the worse the sensitivity. I figured it is just the way my brain/nervous system is wired, but I think anxiety plays a role too. Anyway, I can totally sympathize.
Emme
> Has anyone experienced a hypersensitivity to loud voices,
> or noise in general of any kind? I feel like I am at
> the edge of my seat some and most times if sound is too
> loud, this would include birds chirping (I know it sounds
> pathetic) loud voices (adults and children) I get so i cannot
> hear anything anymore and frustration level is very high.
> Is this merely a high anxiety level or something possibly else?
> I get very tense and anxious when this happens. I only
> take 1mg of klonopin at night. The side effect of all the noise
> would be relative to ongoing PMS. If anyone would care
> to share and join in with the sympathies and possible
> similar stories I would appreciate it. I am under a lot
> of stress, but somehow this noise thing is really
> geting worse.
>
> Thanks for listening (that isn't a pun, really it isn't)
> Paige
Posted by Zo on August 14, 2001, at 2:31:54
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity... (mirapex Cam?) » Zo, posted by Willow on August 13, 2001, at 11:23:22
I had an emerg. appendectomy Wed. midnight -- and went home Thurs afternoon, the hospital was so damn noisy, it made me sick. And my roommate stayed fast asleep. I couldn't believe it.
Have you ever read The Highly Sensitive Person?
Zo
Posted by Willow on August 14, 2001, at 3:14:52
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity... (mirapex Cam?) » Willow, posted by Zo on August 14, 2001, at 2:31:54
Ouch! I hope you are feeling better. Did they give you directions about caring for the wound? Remember no lifting! I know now you probably don't feel like doing anything but soon you'll probably get restless, so make sure you take care.
Regarding the book, no I haven't read it. I've read one "Raising the Spirited Child." (I'm not sure if that is the exact title. Pretty sure though!) It describes me to a T. It's probably a good read for anyone with hyperacitivity also.
Are you sensitive to odours also?
Willow
ps Zo have you ever had a sleep study down?
Posted by Georgie Geordie on August 14, 2001, at 7:41:02
In reply to Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Paige on August 12, 2001, at 20:21:26
I am a musician which kind of fits in..I had an emergency relocation and ended up living outside heavy traffic...it drove me so crazy I hid in back room....
I just figured earplugs is the only answer...I can think much better now...and going outside is not a major headache...
> the edge of my seat some and most times if sound is too
> loud, this would include birds chirping (I know it sounds
> pathetic) loud voices (adults and children) I get so i cannot
> hear anything anymore and frustration level is very high.
> Is this merely a high anxiety level or something possibly else?
> I get very tense and anxious when this happens. I only
> take 1mg of klonopin at night. The side effect of all the noise
> would be relative to ongoing PMS. If anyone would care
> to share and join in with the sympathies and possible
> similar stories I would appreciate it. I am under a lot
> of stress, but somehow this noise thing is really
> geting worse.
>
> Thanks for listening (that isn't a pun, really it isn't)
> Paige
Posted by Neal on August 16, 2001, at 0:37:40
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Georgie Geordie on August 14, 2001, at 7:41:02
>
> I just figured earplugs is the only answer...I can think much better now...and going outside is not a major headache...Pardon the pun, but I hear what you're all saying about the noise. Those little foam earplugs can be lifesavers.
Posted by may_b on August 16, 2001, at 11:27:08
In reply to Re: Noise hypersensitivity...anyone?, posted by Willow on August 12, 2001, at 22:13:37
Hi noise - sensitives,
> > Anyone else with noise intolerance ever experience migraines?
Me too. Sometimes noise and odours will actually cause panic, confusion for me. First noticed it at 12; woke up mad at a whistling bird outside the window. Thought this meant I was a crabby person. Have always felt guilty about my noise and odour intolerance, since other people barely seem even to notice it and might think I am making a Big Deal.
If a medication is working for me, one of the first things I notice is I can tolerate noises that ordinarily cause me to flinch. (Conversely, if tolerance worsens, it is a clue that I am not doing well.)
> It seems to be worse when I'm not feeling well. Psych explained it to me like this: The brain isn't able to process information correctly, example it can't block out background noise, so then too much stimulus coming in which gets the brain working harder, which amplifies the stimulus coming in. So then it becomes a cycle. He said it better, but hopefully my explanation is understandable.
The way you said it communicated to me.
Thanks,
may_b
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