It sounds like I have the same thing going on. Feels as if there’s water in my ears and someone is constantly (fast and sporadic) tapping my head. Like a small popping constantly in my right ear. It does not match my heart at all and is not rhythmic. I can’t find any relief. Any suggestions for at home relief anyone??
I have periodic thumping in my right ear for a month or so. It does not match my pulse. I have had ringing in both ears for couple years. Today I am trying a decongestant. Any other ideas?
Did you get a diagnosis / solve this? I have the same thing only when in bed. Like the percussion section in my ear — thumps 7 – 12 times in a row and then pauses for about 30 sec. only to resume. No change in head or body position – even trying to sleep sitting up — will stop it. So no sleep. Bad. Going to make ENT appt tmw.
Jones911–im happy to report my thumping has completely gone away. I still have some ringing, but it doesn't really bother me nearly as bad as the thumping. The thumping was driving me crazy!!
Hi Gary, I have read a lot of your post because your situation sounds similar to mine. I saw one post mentioning that you think your thumping had to do with loud music . Can you explain more what happened and how long the whole ordeal lastest?
With me- the morning after I had been listening to very loud music with earbuds ( using them on a walk near loud traffic so I didn't notice just how loud it was )..I went to bed that night and woke up a few hrs later with the thumping/fluttering in the left ear. Intermittent -on and off all day. I went to the closest urgent care – and also like your story they assumed I had a sinus issue. I took sudafed for a few days and nothing. May I ask what was your music situation and how long did the thumping last ? I am trying to get an appointment with an ENT but the GP suggested first to go to audiology but I was told they will just test for hearing- but my hearing is fine its just the thumping which is making me anxious at best- and if it keeps going probably will make me go insane its so annoying. The GP did recommend Flonase Which Ithink you said you think it worked for you -but how did it work if your issue was noise related and not sinus ? I am going to take it since they suggested it but doubtful its the issue.
Hi @gerardcame, Welcome to Connect, an online community where you can share your experiences and find support from other patients. I moved this discussion to the Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat group to connect you with other members.
Hello. I'm researching this as I'm having a drumming feeling in my left ear. However, specific sounds cause it. I've isolated these sounds to a running water faucet that has a higher frequency of sound. I went to an ENT and I wasn't very impressed with the doctor. He prescribed carbamezapine. I took it for a couple of days but I just didn't trust this doctor so I'm going for a second opinion at a Naval Hospital as I think I'll get better care there. I honestly think civilian doctors don't like military patients because they don't collect much on their bills. I don't know for sure.
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I just got this this morning did you ever find out what it was?
I just started these same symptoms, did you ever find out what it was?
Hi did they ever diagnose you? I have similar rapid fast thumping almost like a drum playing that last a few seconds and sporadic
Hi Gary, I have read a lot of your post because your situation sounds similar to mine. I saw one post mentioning that you think your thumping had to do with loud music . Can you explain more what happened and how long the whole ordeal lastest?
With me- the morning after I had been listening to very loud music with earbuds ( using them on a walk near loud traffic so I didn't notice just how loud it was )..I went to bed that night and woke up a few hrs later with the thumping/fluttering in the left ear. Intermittent -on and off all day. I went to the closest urgent care – and also like your story they assumed I had a sinus issue. I took sudafed for a few days and nothing. May I ask what was your music situation and how long did the thumping last ? I am trying to get an appointment with an ENT but the GP suggested first to go to audiology but I was told they will just test for hearing- but my hearing is fine its just the thumping which is making me anxious at best- and if it keeps going probably will make me go insane its so annoying. The GP did recommend Flonase Which Ithink you said you think it worked for you -but how did it work if your issue was noise related and not sinus ? I am going to take it since they suggested it but doubtful its the issue.
Hello. I'm researching this as I'm having a drumming feeling in my left ear. However, specific sounds cause it. I've isolated these sounds to a running water faucet that has a higher frequency of sound. I went to an ENT and I wasn't very impressed with the doctor. He prescribed carbamezapine. I took it for a couple of days but I just didn't trust this doctor so I'm going for a second opinion at a Naval Hospital as I think I'll get better care there. I honestly think civilian doctors don't like military patients because they don't collect much on their bills. I don't know for sure.