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I have intermittent noise in my right ear that sounds like a truck/large vehicle motor running - should i be concerned/see a dr. lasts for anywhere from few minutes to an hour or so, then goes away, and comes back with no clear reason for change.

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Dr. Nicole Schrader answered

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Any : Any abnormal noise in the ear should be brought to your physicians attention. An ENT specialist would be the type of physician you should see.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Yes. See doc.: Will need a good history and exam and likely an audiogram.

Answered 4/7/2013

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A member asked:

I have intermittent noise in my right ear that sounds like a truck/large vehicle motor running - should i be concerned/see a dr. lasts for anywhere from few minutes to an hour or so, then goes away, and comes back with no clear reason for change.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nicole Schrader answered

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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