Why do I hear a thunderous noise in my left ear?

Question

Its weird.. I sometimes can almost hear my blood flow around my ear area...
and earlier today I heard this thunder- like noise in my left ear...
whats that from??

i have been super stressed lately

Answer 1

Hi! I'm an Audiologist.

Any sounds in the ear/head are called tinnitus. Since you don't seem alarmed by it and don't mention hearing loss, pain or dizziness along with these symptoms, I believe your suspicion that it's stress-realted is probably accurate.

The sound of blood flow (or your pulse) is probably happening when your blood pressure goes up. The carotid artery flows right along your middle ear space, so it is audible to many when their pressure and/or heart rate are elevated.

The "thunder" sound (I'm guessing it was a low-pitched rumbling, based on your description) was probably a muscle spasm -- most likely your jaw muscles if you've been gritting or grinding your teeth (day or night) or have other temperomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. Tinnitus from noise exposure is nearly always a high-pitched ringing or hissing sound.

As someone else noted, a blockage in your ear, such as wax occlusion or middle ear fluid, will make these sounds seem even louder by blocking the outside noises. So if your hearing does seem muffled or if you have pressure, pain, fever or dizziness, go see your family doctor or an ear specialist.

I have had high pitched ringing tinnitus in both ears for my whole life; many people do, and it is not necessarily indicative of anything pathological. Tinnitus is a greater concern when it is predominantly in one ear, if it grows suddenly louder, or if it's associated with some of the other symptoms I mentioned.

Typically the life-long kind of tinnitus can not be treated. You can prevent it from gradually getting louder (in conjunction with preventing the progression of hearing loss) by avoiding loud noises and practicing good health habits. Many preventable/controllable health conditions are known to contribute to hearing loss and tinnitus, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Stress and smoking are two known behavioral factors that can contribute, just as good nutrition and hydration also help prevent it.

As for the note you sent to me asking about hearing the whine of a TV picture tube on the first floor when you're on the third floor... it depends on so many factors, such as the intensity of the sound and the construction of the building. I'd say it's possible, but not "common". How do you know that is the source of the sound?

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Thunder Noises

Answer 4

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I did go deaf at 40. Now at 55 I wear hearing aids on both sides........ so giving a crap might the ticket. What you need all depends on what you are shooting, and, what the guy next to your is shooting. A cheapo 22db pair is perfect for 22 and 22 pistol. You need 25-25 for big pistols and small rifles like AR-15 You need 28-30 for big rifle like 300Win Mag And you have to keep an eye out for jerks. Last summer a guys shows up while everyone is shooting ...... none of the 15+ shooters paid any attention - and instead of pushing the rifle muzzle as far forward as he can - he pulled it back as far as he could. When it went off - the muzzle blast blew all the stuff he had on the metal shooting table off and onto everyone left and right. The noise was quite thunderous - it was a 416. All our ears were ringing for a long time.

Answer 5

Durring physical exertion, it's not uncommon to hear your heartbeat. But the sound you are describing could be stemming from hearing damage.

Inside your ear are tiny hairs that recieve vibrations and is then transmitted into sound. When you are exposed to excessive noise or a moderate noise for a long period of time, the hairs start to lean over. The "thunder-like noise" you are hearing is the hairs trying to stand up again and fix themselves. Sometimes your hearing can repair itself, sometimes it can't.

Answer 6

Ear muffs

Answer 7

on an esoteric level it could mean that your "inner " hearing is beginning to activate. some writers discuss various sounds as indicative of having tuned into alternate dimensions. but, being no expert, it could also indicate some physical problem, as well, i would think. i thought i would just add the unusual possibilities to the more obvious ones. good luck

Answer 8

You have a build up in you ears have the doctors clean them out.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

You're sitting too close to the bass guitarist's speaker.