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Im hearing a whooshing sound in my left ear. its not all day but i most often hear it when i yawn, lay down, or turn my head. what could it be ?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Several things: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person. He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

Answered 9/16/2016

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ear sound: You have fluid in your left ear.Consult an ear specialist for help

Answered 3/9/2018

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A member asked:

Im hearing a whooshing sound in my left ear. its not all day but i most often hear it when i yawn, lay down, or turn my head. what could it be ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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