{"id":1312,"date":"2023-08-11T19:07:31","date_gmt":"2023-08-11T19:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valleyaudiology.com\/?p=1312"},"modified":"2023-08-11T19:07:31","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T19:07:31","slug":"what-common-noises-in-the-ear-mean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valleyaudiology.com\/what-common-noises-in-the-ear-mean\/","title":{"rendered":"What Common Noises in the Ear Mean"},"content":{"rendered":"

Noises in the ear can be disorienting but are usually not a sign of a serious health condition. Let’s take a look at three common ear noises and examine their likely causes as well as treatment options.<\/p>\n


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Why is My Ear Ringing?<\/h2>\n

A ringing in the ear is usually tinnitus<\/a>. However, some people experience different noises, including clicking, buzzing, roaring, sizzling or other sounds. For some people, these symptoms are acute, lasting only a<\/p>\n

couple of days (or even just a few minutes). Others experience chronic symptoms that can last months or years and interfere with their da<\/p>\n

y-to-day life.<\/p>\n

The vast majority of cases of tinnitus are subjective<\/a>, meaning there is no way to measure it, and only the person experiencing the sound can hear it. Less commonly, a person will have objective tinnitus, meaning the sound can also be heard by a medical provider.<\/p>\n

Not all cases of tinnitus require treatment. However, if you experience persistent or disruptive symptoms that affect your sleep or make it harder to focus at work or when out with friends at Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, schedule an appointment with a medical provider.<\/p>\n

Treating the cause of tinnitus can help relieve or reduce symptoms. Even if a cause is not found, you can manage your symptoms with things like hearing aids<\/a>, tinnitus retraining therapy or acoustic therapy.<\/p>\n

Why is My Ear Crackling?<\/h2>\n

Crackling in the ear can be an odd sensation, and it\u2019s usually a sign of Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD). ETD is caused by blocked Eustachian tubes, which can be a result of a virus. In addition to crackling, people with ETD can experience:<\/p>\n