10 Williams Syndrome Symptoms
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9. Hypersensitivity to Sounds
Hyperacusis refers to a rare hearing symptom that causes a heightened sensitivity to certain volume ranges of sound. A person with this condition can have difficulty tolerating everyday environmental noises (i.e. telephones), and may also react negatively to unusually loud or high-pitched sounds. People with hyperacusis may report ear pain or discomfort to certain sounds. Moreover, this condition can be debilitating and result in stress and anxiety (i.e. “panic attacks”).
Children with this syndrome can present with hyperacusis, becoming extremely sensitive to sounds. Also, adolescents and adults with Williams syndrome can develop progressive high-frequency hearing loss.
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