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2017-11-15 13:40:07
When i swallow every single time my both ears make a noise like crackling is it normal
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Every time you swallow, yawn, or blow your nose, the Eustachian tube opens and allows air to pass from the middle of your ear to the back of your nose. ... Eustachian Tube Dysfunction can be caused by large adenoids, allergies, or a cold. This dysfunction can cause crackling or popping noises in our ears.

Answered2017-11-16 02:52:57

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