Ear noises/popping

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Ear noises/popping

Asked for Male, 18 Years

My left ear can pop whenever I want it to, but my right ear can never pop, no matter what. Also, when I flex my tensor tympani muscle, I hear the usual rumble sound, but when I release it I hear an unusual friction like sound within my right ear.

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Vinay S Bhat

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore

You might be suffering from eustachian tube dysfunction which usually occurs secondary to common cold. It usually resolves spontaneously after few days. You may need to take anti Histamine tablets for quick recovery

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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required. Meanwhile you can do valsalva maneuver for quick recovery

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