Question 1

Noise in ear when swallowing normal?

Accepted Answer

It is not normal by definition as everyone does not hear noise in their ear when they swallow. However, it may be simple inner ear congestion due to seasonal allergies as an example. If it becomes bothersome, or does not go away, seek medical attention and get it examined, best wishes.

Question 2

Crackling noise in ears, when blinking/swallowing. now noise, like music on radio or drums make me dizzy & nauseous. related? how to avoid that?

Accepted Answer

Id be interested to  see what your ears, ear drum, sinus, throat regions look like. Please see your doctor as soon as possible.

Question 3

I get a cracking squeak noise in my ears particularly when i swallow or move my jaw. it is so loud that others can hear it. i cannot sleep. 3 months?

Accepted Answer

you may have tmj - a problem with the jaw joint which can cause cracking noise, jaw pain or popping of jaw

An ENT doctor or dentist specializing in jaw problems can evaluate this.

Question 4

Keep having to unblock my  ears by swallowing, any permanent solutions?
first experienced it after a concert and hasn't really gone since

Accepted Answer

Eustachian tube dysfunction. It probably allergies. Try nasal spray or OTC ani- histamines.

Question 5

I can always pop my ears, at will, they always feel blocked. but once i've popped them then i swallow, it goes back to normal. what is this?

Accepted Answer

This is a sign of Eustachian tube dysfunction 
Chew gum 
Drink fluids 
Warm inhalation

Question 6

My ear keep squeeking when i swallow. why could this be?

Accepted Answer

The eustacian tube allows air to go from the mouth or sinuses into the ear so that the pressure behind the ear drum can equilibrate.  When the tube gets plugged (ie from a cold, allergies, or sinus congestion) the air has trouble equilbrating and people feel a pop, similar to when they are flying or changing altitude.  That is just the pressure difference behind the ear drum.

Question 7

I accidentally swallowed a small metal ear cuff, should i be worried? what symptoms should i watch for?

Accepted Answer

We have a lot of experience with ingestion of foreign objects from the exploration behavior of toddlers. Most will pass through the gut to poop in 3-4 days. If they have a sharp cutting edge or are batteries/magnets they may be a problem. Ingesting a cup or so of stewed cut okra can form a congeal around the object & help it pass with less irritation. Cramping would  be the expected symptom.

Question 8

Why do ears hurt when i swallow?

Accepted Answer

Buildup of pressure in your eustacian tubes?

Question 9

When i swallow, my ears start hurting. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Ear pain with swallowing may indicate an issue directly with the esophagus either from food or reflux or it could be related to inflammation or infection of the throat or ears.
Please see your primary care provider or ear nose and throat specialist for an evaluation.

Question 10

Popping and crackling in ears every time i swallow, what to do?

Accepted Answer

suspect wax. Have someone look in ears.

Noise in ear when swallowing