Question 1

what can cause a constant vibrating/humming sound in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Humming: Usually damaged cochlear hair cells from noise exposure, aging, infection, etc.

Question 2

what might be the cause of a rushing sound in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus: Sounds in your ear or ears are called tinnitus. It can be associated with hearing loss but often the cause is not known. It is thought that the problem is usually not in the ear but in the part of the brain that senses sound, hearing a sound that is not there. It is reasonable to be assessed by an ENT specialist. For more information  and a promising treatment see http://neuromonics.com

Question 3

i can hear a swishing sound in my ear and its been about two weeks. is it because i have water in my ear or is it caused by something else? thx.

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus: This sounds like it is tinnitus . I specialist can help you with it. It comes from the inner ear

Question 4

can a lot of sedation given for a tee echo test have caused my whooshing sound in my ear the next day, it sounds like a hissing sound.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Related to sedation but there could be localized swelling from tee intubation.

Question 5

i read that menier caused by an excess of fluid in the inner ear. i can make sound in my ear, feels like fluid/water with 'click' or 'crack' sound. ?

Accepted Answer

Diazyde: If you think you have meniere's disease, see your doctor as there is an inexpensive treatment. See this site for more information.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001721/.

Question 6

recently i have noticed a fluttering sound in my ear. im just curious to know what its caused by i've nose pinched+swallowed/yawned and nothing helps.

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: You may have an ear infection or inflammation which can cause these symptoms.  Also, sinusitis can do this as well.  Please check in with your doctor asap for a diagnosis and feel better!

Question 7

when i chew i hear this popping sound in my ear now am not if it's my ears or teeth/jaws as this happens only when am chewing. what could be the cause and do i need to be concerned as i am feeling no pain in my jaws or ears.

Accepted Answer

Most common: Most common cause is a displaced disc in your jaw joint. Please see your General Dentist about this. He/she will either treat you or refer you to a Dentist with experience treating TMJ Dysfunction

Question 8

what can be a reason that my ear sound like a blown speaker?

Accepted Answer

Ear issues: It may simply be that the eustachian tubes are blocked due to swelling or fluid behind the ears. It should resolve on its own but if it does not you should see your pcp for a possible ear drum rupture.

Question 9

what causes a roaring noise in my ear (left) that sounds like my heartbeat?

Accepted Answer

Turbulent flow: More than likely you are hearing your external carotid artery.  Flow in this artery often causesa roaring in the ear on the affected side.  On ocassion, this artery may have to be ligated to stop this if unbearable.  See an ENT or cv surgeion if not your pcp and get evaluated.  You may need hearing eval as well.

Question 10

my ear cracks to loud sounds like a dog barking. it might happen a few times a day. what's the cause & treatment?

Accepted Answer

Middle Ear Spasm: Could be tensor tympani muscle spasm

or your tmj

probably conditioning would work; record dog bark and gradually build up tolerance.

For tensor tympani spasm mirror biofeedback works well. See www.Grossaninstitute.Com.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

What causes a humming sound in my ear

A member asked:

What can cause a constant vibrating/humming sound in my ear?

A member asked:

What might be the cause of a rushing sound in my ear?

A member asked:

I can hear a swishing sound in my ear and its been about two weeks. is it because i have water in my ear or is it caused by something else? thx.

A member asked:

Can a lot of sedation given for a tee echo test have caused my whooshing sound in my ear the next day, it sounds like a hissing sound.

A member asked:

I read that menier caused by an excess of fluid in the inner ear. i can make sound in my ear, feels like fluid/water with 'click' or 'crack' sound. ?

A member asked:

Recently i have noticed a fluttering sound in my ear. im just curious to know what its caused by i've nose pinched+swallowed/yawned and nothing helps.

A member asked:

When i chew i hear this popping sound in my ear now am not if it's my ears or teeth/jaws as this happens only when am chewing. what could be the cause and do i need to be concerned as i am feeling no pain in my jaws or ears.

A member asked:

What can be a reason that my ear sound like a blown speaker?

A member asked:

What causes a roaring noise in my ear (left) that sounds like my heartbeat?

A member asked:

My ear cracks to loud sounds like a dog barking. it might happen a few times a day. what's the cause & treatment?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?