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Expert: Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D. - 1/12/2009


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QUESTION: I had a total body scan done and they saw a 5th ventricle in my brain and serious sinus problems because of my nasal cavity.  I also have TMJ but sleep with a mouthpiece so the ear ringing stopped a while back.  I am extremely sensitive to noise and hear a sonic, humming type of electrical surge sound that no one else but me hears.  I'm looking for documentation about noise sensitivity related to brain 5th ventricle or TMJ syndrome.

ANSWER: Hi Bettina,
I know of no documentation relating a 5th ventricle to noise sensitivity.  TMJ, on the other hand, can cause a conductive loss which in turn could cause sensitivity.

I highly suggest that you be evaluated by an ENT and have a complete audiological workup to determine the cause of your sensitivity and tinnitus.  

Hope this helps.
Harriet B. Jacobster, AuD
Board Certified in Audiology

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QUESTION: What is an ENT?

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Hi Bettina,
Sorry for not explaining.  An ENT is a medical physician that specializes in the Ear-Nose-Throat.  They are sometimes referred to as otolaryngologists or otorhinolaryngologists. In Europe they are known as ORLs - otorhinolaryngologists.

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Harriet B Jacobster, Au.D.

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I am a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology with 25 years of experience. I can answer questions regarding hearing loss, both general and specific, dizziness and vertigo, auditory processing disorders, hearing aids, aural rehabilitation as well as specialized audiologic testing, i.e., Auditory Brainstem Response, VideoNystagmography, Otoacoutic Emissions. I have worked with both pediatric and adult populations. Because of my extensive musical background, I am able to respond to questions regarding the special needs of musicians.

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I have been an audiologist for over 25 years with a specialty in electrophysiology of the auditory and vestibular systems and pediatric evaluations. I currently work in my private consulting practice providing services to nursing homes and schools. My Doctoral research was on specialized techniques in Auditory Brainstem Responses.

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American Academy of Audiology, - American Speech Language Hearing Association, - Hearing Loss Association of America

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Au.D. (Doctor of Audiology), Nova Southeastern University, 2000. Board Certified Doctor of Audiology (American Board of Audiology) Certificate in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

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