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For around 2 weeks now my left ear makes this short crackling noise whenever i burp what is the reason for this?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Two things: Eustachian tube dysfunction or TMJ arthritis can cause this in my opinion. See your doctor.

Answered 8/21/2018

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