Question 1

what is the best way to control the "popping" in your ears when on an airplane?

Accepted Answer

Airline ear popping: The eustachian tube at the back of the throat equalizes pressure between the atmosphere and the inner ear.  When going up pressure comes out and is usually easy.  On descent, the higher outer pressure has to re-enter.  This is facilitated by yawning, stretching the back of the throat and chewing gum can be helpful.  Do not blow as this may enter secretions into the ear.

Question 2

why does chewing gum keep your ears from popping when you're on a plane?

Accepted Answer

The movement: and muscle activity helps to keep the Eustachian tubes open thus allowing pressure equalization as altitude changes.

Question 3

if your ears are popping could it be a infection? i feel very tried and having some dizziness i don't feel sick. sould i call my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Flu Season: Yes, if the dizziness if increasing and/or if you have a fever please contact your family physician.

Question 4

does popping  inside the ear means that i have problem in ossicles of middle ear?

Accepted Answer

Ears: Not necessarily. It relates to pressure inside the tympanic membrane (ear drums).

Question 5

i have ear infection. my ears started popping and one ear has drainage. does this mean its healing or did the eardrum rupture?

Accepted Answer

: If you state you have an ear infection, than it must be treated. See an ENT specialist for exam and treatment ,don't try to self exam and treat. Infections spread and cause more harm if not treated.

Question 6

my jaws joint hurts when i eat something. in the past i was cracking my jaw. and when i swallow my split i can hear bubbles popping in my ears. what should i do? does that mean that i damaged my jaws joint?

Accepted Answer

: It appears how you have traumatized your joint .You should avoid opening your mouth too wide and avoid eating on hard food . You can use hot and cold pad alternately 15 minutes Two to three times a day for a week and take some over the counter pain medication . you can also massage on both sides of  jaw joint . If condition does not improve see your Dentist for full evaluation and treatment.

Question 7

what does it mean when you are getting a cold and can hear a bubble-popping/ running water sound in the ear?

Accepted Answer

Maybe good: Popping may be a sign that air is getting into your middle ear. That would be a positive development.

Question 8

i have head aches every day and i hear popping in my head and hair is falling out, i get tired sometimes, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: Some of your symptoms sounds like hypothyroidism.  You need to see at least your family physician for an evaluation as you may have more then one issue going on.

Question 9

what does it mean when your ears itch?

Accepted Answer

Irritation: Itching is caused by low level irritation to the area. The question then becomes; what is causing the irritation. Often itching in the ear could be caused by a fungal skin infection. Have your doctor check you out.

Question 10

what does it mean when your ears are in pain and they sound like an avalanche is falling? i get headaches and have hard hearing.

Accepted Answer

Need diagnosis: The combination of ear pain, sounds in the ear , headache and hearing loss sounds like an upper respiratory viral infection.  These symptoms need a specific diagnosis.  I advise seeing and ENT doctor for specific diagnosis and treatment.  The hearing loss if present is the most important of the symptoms to be evaluated.

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What does it mean when your ears keep popping

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What is the best way to control the "popping" in your ears when on an airplane?

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Why does chewing gum keep your ears from popping when you're on a plane?

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If your ears are popping could it be a infection? i feel very tried and having some dizziness i don't feel sick. sould i call my doctor?

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Does popping inside the ear means that i have problem in ossicles of middle ear?

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I have ear infection. my ears started popping and one ear has drainage. does this mean its healing or did the eardrum rupture?

A member asked:

My jaws joint hurts when i eat something. in the past i was cracking my jaw. and when i swallow my split i can hear bubbles popping in my ears. what should i do? does that mean that i damaged my jaws joint?

A member asked:

What does it mean when you are getting a cold and can hear a bubble-popping/ running water sound in the ear?

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I have head aches every day and i hear popping in my head and hair is falling out, i get tired sometimes, what does this mean?

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What does it mean when your ears itch?

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What does it mean when your ears are in pain and they sound like an avalanche is falling? i get headaches and have hard hearing.

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