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I have pulsatile tinnitus. lately it has been occurring once of twice every few days and last for a few seconds. would this suggest fluid or aneurysm?

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Dr. John Feola answered

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MRI/MRA NEEDED: Pulsatile tinnitus is tricky. You need a good ent and Neuro exam to evaluate potential causes. If it is bilateral most likely allergies or infection. If it is unilateral you need a brain MRI to rule out an acoustic neuroma. VS MS. And a brain MRA to rule out AVM or Aneurysm.

Answered 3/3/2015

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A member asked:

I have pulsatile tinnitus. lately it has been occurring once of twice every few days and last for a few seconds. would this suggest fluid or aneurysm?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Feola answered

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