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Every time i see or think something nasty my left ear makes this vibrating sound, why is this?

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Dr. Michael Perez answered

Maybe anxiety?: It's a stretch but nothing medical comes to my mind. Have someone like a doctor or nurse look in your ear anyway.

Answered 6/8/2017

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A member asked:

Every time i see or think something nasty my left ear makes this vibrating sound, why is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Perez answered

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