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Of i tap or rub base of skull on left, while bent over, it sounds funny and vibrates in my ear, like i'm in a drum. why?

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Dr. Ron Jones answered

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Fluid Level: Sounds like you have fluid behind the ear drum. If persists or becomes painful, see your pcp.

Answered 9/25/2016

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A member asked:

Of i tap or rub base of skull on left, while bent over, it sounds funny and vibrates in my ear, like i'm in a drum. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Jones answered

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