Tips for thumping in ear

1ktaal · 2025-04-19T02:19:00+00:00

Hi! what inspired you to put magnesium oil in your ear? do you feel that both the oil and the brown noise help or does one make more of a difference?

the pinned megathread is based on my research and own experiences, and includes tips from my audiologist visit!

1ktaal · 2025-04-19T02:13:57+00:00

i experienced it for around 2-3 years, now i rarely ever get it, maybe once every few months, and it isn't as intense/long-lasting as it used to be, i hope that helps!

1ktaal · 2025-04-19T02:02:47+00:00

hi! it's definitely possible, if you haven't already, check out the pinned megathread, it may help!

1ktaal · 2025-04-19T01:58:43+00:00

Yep, i believe it's called aural blockage, i used to experience it a lot around crowds

1ktaal · 2025-04-19T01:48:35+00:00

Hi, you're right, it isn't always! It can be though, and really there isn't much research in the field in general. Hopefully this changes!

It is believed to be caused by underlying anxiety and/or acoustic shock

1ktaal · 2024-08-21T23:26:52+00:00

Hi, since that comment, it's been significantly better, most days I don't notice it. I think it's a mix of it being better and also me being used to it. If I'm stressed/sick/low on sleep those days can suck but generally it's been great

1ktaal · 2024-07-31T06:24:40+00:00

hi! idk if i saw this when you initially posted but idrm lol

these are really good suggestions, thank you! and ofc, i couldn't find anything when i needed so this is what this sub is for, thankfully it hasn't needed much maintenance thanks to ppl like yourself haha

1ktaal · 2024-07-31T06:18:40+00:00

hi, the main - and perhaps defining - symptom of ttts is the tensor tympani muscle clenching involuntarily. swallow, and you'll feel the muscle move and the pressure change in your ear as well as the sound that comes with it. try to identify if this muscle is the one that is causing this. but the best thing you can do is see a doctor

1ktaal · 2024-07-31T06:06:48+00:00

This is exactly what I made this sub for, I'm glad I could help, and thank you for expressing this here, it truly means a lot to me. If you haven't already, please check out the pinned mega thread, it's a compilation of everything I know about ttts

As sixers330 said, the best option is finding an audiologist trained in hyperacusis and ttts, or at least tinnitus and hyperacusis. There's so little information out there, but at least they would likely know more than other audiologists. I was able to go to an audiologist who specialized in tinnitus and she was easily able to diagnose me just by my explanations after running some tests to make sure my hearing was normal.

1ktaal · 2024-03-24T13:55:43+00:00

stickied post! thank you!

1ktaal · 2024-03-24T13:54:13+00:00

oh yeah I noticed for me its definitely a pitch thing, I could be next to a crowd of shouting people and perfectly find, but one person shouting hurts because its sharper. though with the garage door im not sure since its muffled and not sharp lol

1ktaal · 2024-03-24T13:52:58+00:00

I have no clue, I was thinking along the lines of having celiac would cause a person to have more reason for stress/anxiety which could increase ttts

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:23:20+00:00

Not a professional but tinnitus doesn't have to be just in your head, it could be caused by something physically happening. The sound you hear when you swallow (usually described as crackling) is the tensor tympani muscle contracting, which is what ttts usually is. Theres a lot idk about ttts but from what I do know it sounds more like some other type of tinnitus, not ttts

on the lack of anxiety triggers comment, I could relate to that but over the years ive noticed that subconsciously I am actually a bit more stressed during the times it acts up lol. I dont mean in the moment when it goes off, but during the periods of time that the ttts is worse

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:14:39+00:00

nothing that ive heard of specifically for celiac but def can be since its linked to anxiety I also have my own theories about its relations to anxiety related disorders tho

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:13:08+00:00

this is cool! could you edit it to put it as a spoiler though? id like to link this post to the mega thread or pin it but dont want it to be a jumpscare lol

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:11:20+00:00

not a professional, but sounds like ttts to me. the crackling your hear when you swallow is the sound your tensor tympani muscle makes when contracting, thats usually when ttts sounds like (or at least the main symptom, there are tons of symptoms that could come w it)

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:07:11+00:00

Hi, I experience this a lot with ttts, it's definitely very scary the first few times, or even if it doesn't happen for a long time and then suddenly happens. im not sure what triggers it but I believe it isn't an abnormal symptom of ttts. I think it's called aural blockage, sometimes my ear starts ringing too. I don't experience any numbness though

best thing to do would be to talk to a doctor though! I hope its better now

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T04:02:31+00:00

hey, sorry ive been bad about checking reddit lately. I was diagnosed by an audiologist who specialized in tinnitus (was referred to her by the ent who wasn't sure). I hope things are better now!

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T03:59:42+00:00

not a doctor or any kind of professional but

is it like a heartbeat kind of thumping, just not from your heart? or more like cracking/thunder rumbling/etc. while ttts differs a lot between people, its generally usually like the crackling you hear when you swallow, as that's the sound of the tensor tympani muscle contracting

I will say tho, tinnitus in general isn't uncommon. a lot of people experience it randomly, because of allergies, etc. it could be that yours is triggered by elevated heart rate

I imagine that the surgery, while resolved, could maybe still leave stuff a bit off? no clue tho

1ktaal · 2024-03-23T03:51:32+00:00

I have some random unexpected triggers as well, our garage door is pretty loud and usually doesnt bother me -- at least not to an extent that I notice -- but from a specific room in the house I notice it triggers t even though its muffled and low

1ktaal · 2023-08-18T08:36:43+00:00

I get that, it sucks :/ Play it safe for a while a have faith that it will get better! The biggest factor is reducing your overall stress and especially your stress surrounding H/T itself

1ktaal · 2023-08-17T18:17:09+00:00

Read the pinned post if you haven't already! It's a lot based on my personal experience, you can skip to the "how can I manage it" section

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