Question 1

i have etd. i am a runner. when i run lately i hear a clicking sound in my inner ear which stops if i walk. is it harmful to keep running?

Accepted Answer

ETD in runners: Your ENT specialist would be in a better position to answer this question knowing your medical history and having discussed treatment options. For a chronic condition like ETD, a  regular activity like jogging shouldn't be too risky while a bit annoying. I would make sure you give yourself regular breaks to make sure your condition keeps returning to normal, while you seek additional advice.

Question 2

i sometimes hear a strange click (or possibly even crackle) at the top of my head, it doesn't happen often but it can be provoked by running.

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Oftentimes your: Symptom is benign and could be psychological or related to ear problem, TMJ dysfunction etc. See your dr for any concern. Take care!                                                         http://www.Nationmultimedia.Com/life/hearing-weird-sounds-in-your-head-30193721.Html.

Question 3

clicking in my head for 7 months now i notice it more when i'm walking or relaxed in a classroom or in bed there is no pain first noticed when running?

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Clicking: The area where you  have the clicking is important. If you also have any headaches, dizziness or vision problems

Question 4

i'm  a runner and just today i was running and i started to hear a clicking sound in the back of my head i'm getting really worried ?

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Head clicks: I've seen this complaint before, and it always seems to be a mystery and it's never been anything scary (like a tumor). HOWEVER, I always check everything out. Possibilities include ear canal (wax can cause amplified internal sounds), joint issues in cervical spine, temporomandibular joint problems, and of course, brain issues. See your provider and ease off on running until then.

Question 5

all of sudded clicking noise in ear? not consitent? muscle spasm?

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No: Could be early infection, wax build up, foreign body in the ear canal(including a bug) or bubbles going through fluid in the inner ear.
Outside chance of it being a nerve dysfunction of the acoustic nerve.

Question 6

causes of ear crackling / clicking?

Accepted Answer

Air: When your ear drum moves in response to air moving into your ear from your eustachian tube, a crackling/clicking sound is made.

Question 7

ear is clicking every time i take a drink?

Accepted Answer

Exam: need to be examined for fluid, wax, foreign body and/or TMJ syndrome.

Question 8

why do certain noises like running water kinda hurt my ears?

Accepted Answer

May have hyperacusis: There is a condition called hyperacusis in which certain sounds can be painful. Sometimes it can occur in patients with underlying hearing loss. I recommend you see an ENT doctor to have a hearing test and an ear exam.

Question 9

once in a while i have pressure with clicking in my least ear, recently i've had pressure and noises sounded robotic 30mins. it happened a month ago?

Accepted Answer

Noises in ear.: Sometimes wax build up causes funny sounds.  Other times pressure changes in your Eustachian tubes can do the same. See your doc and get examined.  If no clear answer, consider a referral to an ENT doc.

Question 10

i have times when i feel off balance and my ears are very sensitive to vibration (even the fan running).  is this from fluid?  sensitive to noise too.

Accepted Answer

Inner vs middle ear: If you had fluid in your middle ear, the biggest complaint would be hearing loss and ear pain, and seldom balance problems or noise sensitivity. The inner ear houses the balance organ, and when fluid pressure builds here, balance is affected  & loud and vibratory sounds can be painful. You can be evaluated for both middle and inner ear problems and have your balance assessed by an otolaryngologist.

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Clicking noise in ear when running

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I have etd. i am a runner. when i run lately i hear a clicking sound in my inner ear which stops if i walk. is it harmful to keep running?

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I sometimes hear a strange click (or possibly even crackle) at the top of my head, it doesn't happen often but it can be provoked by running.

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Clicking in my head for 7 months now i notice it more when i'm walking or relaxed in a classroom or in bed there is no pain first noticed when running?

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I'm a runner and just today i was running and i started to hear a clicking sound in the back of my head i'm getting really worried ?

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All of sudded clicking noise in ear? not consitent? muscle spasm?

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Causes of ear crackling / clicking?

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Ear is clicking every time i take a drink?

A member asked:

Why do certain noises like running water kinda hurt my ears?

A member asked:

Once in a while i have pressure with clicking in my least ear, recently i've had pressure and noises sounded robotic 30mins. it happened a month ago?

A member asked:

I have times when i feel off balance and my ears are very sensitive to vibration (even the fan running). is this from fluid? sensitive to noise too.

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