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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Pulsating sound in the ears

Pulsatile tinnitus is hearing a rhythmic sound in one or both ears that matches your heartbeat. Unlike regular tinnitus, this pulsating sound often has a vascular cause and can sometimes be heard by a doctor examining you.

Conditions that commonly cause pulsating sound in the ears

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Common Causes of Pulsating sound in the ears

  • High blood pressure
  • Arteriovenous malformations near the ear
  • Carotid artery stenosis
  • Middle ear vascular tumours (glomus)
  • Anaemia or thyroid overactivity

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Pulsating sound in the ears

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • Pulsatile tinnitus in one ear only
  • Pulsating sound with headaches or vision changes
  • Pulsating sound that started suddenly
  • Associated hearing loss or dizziness
  • Pulsating sound with a history of high blood pressure

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