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A 37-year-old male asked:

I had pulsatile tinnitus last year. mris were negative. now the blood flow behind my right ear is loud, though not pulsatile. problem?

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Dr. John Chiuanswered

Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience

Yes: You may have a stenosis (narrowing of the artery) or an aneurysm near the right ear. See doctor and get this checked out ASAP.

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