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[Decreased sound tolerance and tinnitus]

Xiaoyu Zhu, Jianning Zhang, Ming Li

    Lin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi = Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
    |January 5, 2013
    PubMed
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    This review explores decreased sound tolerance, including hyperacusis and phonophobia, often associated with tinnitus. It focuses on hyperacusis as a prevalent symptom impacting concentration and emotional well-being.

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