December 8, 2025

Light feels sharper. Sound feels louder. Ordinary environments suddenly become overwhelming. For some Lyme disease patients, sensitivity to light and sound is one of the earliest and most disruptive neurologic symptoms. The brightness of the kitchen lights may feel blinding, and the sound of a spoon dropping can trigger a jolt of discomfort. Patients often […]

Lyme-related Tinnitus and Ear Fullness Patients often ask me whether Lyme disease can cause tinnitus or ear fullness. The answer is yes — Lyme tinnitus and ear fullness are well-recognized presentations. Many patients describe ringing or hissing sounds, fluctuating pressure, crackling sensations, a feeling of water trapped in the ear, distorted sound perception, and hypersensitivity