I found this site because I was looking for info on MEM, which it appears I have. For the last few days I have had thumping or fluttering sounds in my left ear. At times it goes away after a short while but can return at random intervals. Today I thought it had gone completely but after eating some rice crackers it returned and was worse because it was now a constant thumping. Otherwise my health is very good. I find it annoying and distracting and am wondering if it is a bodily deterioration because of my age. I am 70.