Ears hear a heartbeat: causes and treatment

A healthy person does not hear a heartbeat under normal conditions, therefore, its appearance in the ears is almost always associated with a health disorder or external conditions. The reasons for the appearance of a strong pulsation in the ears can be varied.

In harmless situations, they are associated with external circumstances, stress, when the noise passes without special treatment. However, in some cases, the constant manifestation of an audible heartbeat can be a consequence of serious disturbances in cardiovascular, nervous systems, spine and brain, which require immediate examination and diagnosing.

Possible reasons

A heartbeat is heard in the ears (the reasons can be external and internal), sometimes due to physical exertion. The heartbeat can be heard constantly or with small interruptions, only in one ear, which is also taken into account when diagnosing.

Therefore, the appearance of such noise is divided by type, into associated with:

• objective reasons, when a person has a heart sound in his ears due to stress, sports;
• subjective reasons, when the sensation of sound appears due to a malfunction of the parts of the hearing aid.

The main causes of palpitations in the ears are:

Non-pathological causes

Non-pathological causes are temporary and include:

• stressful conditions and high physical activity cause increased work of the cardiovascular system, which affects the pressure, blood vessels and provokes the appearance of pulsation in the ears;
• sulfur plugs in the ear canal affect the appearance of noise;
• alcoholic, narcotic, nicotine intoxication of the body affects the work of the cardiovascular, nervous and urinary systems. Often during intoxication, patients feel headache, dizziness and hear their own heartbeat;
• pathology of the structure of blood vessels, which may be congenital or acquired after an injury or otitis media;
• age-related changes appear against the background of changes in the head circulation in the elderly;
• large blood flow to the head (being upside down, with the head hanging upside down, prolonged downward bends) causes an increase in pressure in the blood vessels of the brain and tinnitus;
• clamping of blood vessels during a long stay in an uncomfortable immobile state, strong tightening when fixing an orthopedic collar, improper installation of a denture.

Pathological

Pathological causes always require treatment.

These include:

• thrombosis or stenosis of the vessels of the head, when the vessel narrows or completely closes off and an increased blood pressure occurs at the site of the lesion;
• increased pressure in the vessels of the brain;
• a growth in the vessels of the head (angioma) changes the state of the circulatory system, as well as the size and patency of the vessels. A large congestion of blood vessels near the ear causes a strong heartbeat heard in the ears;
• atriovenous fistula in the vessels of the head or abnormal union of an artery and vein, which causes mixing of blood flow and leads to the appearance of tinnitus;
• an aneurysm, bulging or widening of the walls of arteries, capillaries passing near the hearing aid, or through it, which negatively affects all blood flow, blocking blood circulation and affecting the level pressure;
• neoplasms in the ear canal that increase internal pressure and cause palpitations in the ears;
• otosclerosis at the stage of tissue scarring in the ear canal can in some cases cause a disturbance in the functioning of the hearing aid and manifest itself as a heartbeat heard in the ears;
• high blood pressure, including intracranial pressure, which is manifested by a strong heartbeat, worries the patient and disrupts his sleep;
• osteochondrosis of the cervical spine causes circulatory disorders in the neck and base of the head, compression of blood vessels and nerve endings and leads to the appearance of tinnitus;
• low blood pressure and anemia, which cause weakness in the body and contribute to the appearance of mild tinnitus;
• tumor formations in the brain are manifested by an increase in internal pressure in the skull, at which the heart becomes audible in the ears;
• trauma to the ear canal, which can be accompanied by the appearance of severe tinnitus;
• otitis externa and otitis media (inflammation of the outer and middle ear) is accompanied by edema, redness of soft tissues and severe palpitations in the affected ear;
• venous encephalopathy (violation of venous blood flow), which is manifested by a strong heartbeat in the ears when bending and turning the head.
• perforation (damage) of the tympanic membrane, which appear against the background of an injury or a complex course of otitis media. Such a violation is always accompanied by soreness, blood and the appearance of noise in the damaged ear;
• tachycardia (heart palpitations) is often accompanied by palpitations in the ears, which become audible in periods;
• Meniere's disease affects the inner ear, causing constant audible noise and subsequent deafness.

  

Each of the pathological causes, in addition to the manifested palpitations in the ears, has additional symptoms and requires a minimum examination to diagnose the disease and prescribe a competent treatment.

Treatment methods

A heartbeat is heard in the ears (the reasons may be temporary) in a healthy person systematically throughout life. This condition is often temporary and can occur against a background of severe stress, exacerbation of chronic heart disease, or sports. In most cases, this phenomenon is one-time and harmless.

The palpitations in the ears in some patients may appear at a certain time and be associated with external factors (uncomfortable bed, prolonged static position of the body at work, bright light). Non-pathological manifestation of pulsation of blood flow in the ears disappears within 2-4 hours. and no longer bothers the person for a long time. An important factor in the diagnosis is the absence of discomfort and the patient's normal well-being during this period.

If heartbeats are heard constantly for 3 or more days in a row, and they cause discomfort and affect the daily routine, then you should immediately take measures to identify the causes. Timely undergo an examination by an otolaryngologist, the prescribed examination and start treatment of the underlying disease, the symptom of which was manifested by the appearance of an audible heartbeat in the ears.

The main methods of treatment in such cases are:

Lifestyle change

Heartbeats are heard in the ears for many reasons, which are most often related to the patient's lifestyle. Therefore, it is important for the patient to establish sleep (sleep at least 8 hours), diet and exclude bad habits (alcohol, smoking). Do not drink a lot of fluids before bedtime, do not eat smoked and salted foods. Walking or playing sports systematically.

Drug treatment

To eliminate it, the therapist can also prescribe medications.

A-Cyrumen

Ear drops a-cyrumen are used to cleanse the ear canals from sulfur plugs. The drug softens sulfur accumulations and promotes their rapid removal from the ear canal. The medicine is instilled into the ears for 10-15 drops. alternately and hold for 30-60 minutes. Then each ear is cleaned of drug and sulfur residues and washed with boiled water. The procedure is repeated once a day for 2 consecutive days.

Cinarrizin

The drug for regulating venous blood flow has a normalizing effect. It lowers intracranial pressure and helps to align the heart rhythm. Take the medicine in 1 tab. 2-3 times a day for 10-20 days.

Caviton

Caviton restores cerebral circulation, dilates blood vessels and relieves oxygen starvation, the consequences of it. The medicine is taken in 1 tab. 3 times a day for 10-21 days.

Curantil

The drug Curantil helps to restore blood microcirculation. It restores blood vessels and improves their permeability. The medicine is taken in 1 tab. 2-3 times a day for 30 days.

Mexidol

Mexidol increases the resistance of brain tissue during oxygen starvation, it helps relieve stress and seizures. The medicine is recommended for taking 1-2 tabs. 3 times a day for 7-14 days.

Phenotropil

The drug reduces stress and anxiety levels, helps to level mood and soothes. They drink 1 tab. 2-3 times a day for 10-30 days.

Captopril

Captopril promotes vasodilation, lowering blood pressure without affecting the urinary system. The medicine is taken in 1 tab. 1-2 times a day for 14-30 days. or as your blood pressure rises.

Cardio asset

Cardio-active is a vitamin complex that contains the necessary set of vitamins and minerals to restore and maintain normal heart function. The drug is drunk in 1 tab. 1 time per day for 20 days.

No-shpa

A heartbeat is heard in the ears (the reasons are directly related to the work of the heart) in most cases due to vasospasm. The vasodilator drug no-shpa helps relieve spasms, it evens out the heart rate and has a mild sedative effect. The medicine is taken in courses of 1-2 tab. 2-3 times a day for 14 days. or drink 1-2 tabs. as needed.

Sorbifer Durules

The drug sorbifer durules actively restores the lack of iron in the body, helping to reduce the risk of anemia. The medicine is drunk in 1 tab. 2-3 times a day for 10-20 days. If necessary, repeat the course.

Otipax

Otipax drops have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic effects. Drops are recommended to be instilled with otitis media, 2-3 drops. in each ear canal and keep the head motionless in this position for 10 minutes. for optimal effect. Otipax is instilled 2-3 times a day. The course of treatment is 5-7 days.

Maxicold Ototita

Ear drops of maxicold ototite relieve inflammation, soreness and swelling, disinfect and restore the condition of the ear canal. The drug is instilled in 3 drops. in the ear and hold for 5-7 minutes. The procedure is carried out on each ear 2 times a day for 7-10 days.

Washing the ears

Due to possible complications, ear washing is recommended only under the supervision of an otolaryngologist. Before the procedure, 3 days before the procedure, the patient is prescribed to drip 3 drops of hydrogen peroxide. 3 times a day and keep in each ear for at least 5 minutes. When rinsing with a special syringe to the patient with a stream of boiled water with potassium permanganate, the ear canal is cleaned from the plugs. Then the ear is rubbed with cotton wool.

Massage

Massage of the cervical spine removes osteochondrosis, restores normal blood circulation and removes the clamp. After 2-3 massage procedures, the patient's tinnitus completely disappears, his heart rate and pressure are restored. Massage is prescribed in courses of 10 pcs. After a break of 2-4 weeks, it is recommended to repeat the massage course.

Surgical intervention

For neoplasms in the ears or brain, the main treatment is to surgically remove the growth. Such procedures are carried out only in special medical centers with the obligatory leaving of the patient under observation until the state of health stabilizes.

Traditional methods of treatment

In addition to the main methods for adult patients, alternative methods of treatment are used.

Aloe

• Aloe has anti-inflammatory, decongestant and healing effects. For the treatment of otitis media, the aloe leaf is carefully flattened by hand, the sharp edges are cut off and cut to the desired size.
• Then the sheet is rolled up with a tube and carefully inserted into the ear canal.
• Aloe is kept in the ear for 40-60 minutes.
• After the sheet is removed and a cotton swab is inserted in its place for 10-15 minutes. The procedure is carried out 2 times a day for 2 weeks.

Loaf of bread

A crust of bread is used as a compress. It allows you to warm up the ear, relieve inflammation.

• To prepare the compress, a piece of bread is heated in a sieve in a water bath.
• Then the hump is applied to the sore ear, covering it with polyethylene and a towel.
• The compress is left on the ear until it cools, and then removed.

After the procedure, you cannot go out into the cold or strong wind, so it is recommended to do it at night.

Apple cider vinegar and rubbing alcohol

You can use apple cider vinegar and rubbing alcohol to remove sulfur plugs from your ear.

• For the preparation of the composition 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar must be mixed with 2 tablespoons. alcohol at room temperature.
• Then 5-10 drops. the mixture is instilled into the ear canal and closed with a cotton swab. In this state, the patient should lie on his side for 10-20 minutes.
• Then the head is turned over, the cotton swab is removed, and the ear is rinsed with water.
• All repeat on 2 ear.

The procedure is repeated once a week, 2-3 courses in a row.

Possible consequences and complications

A heartbeat is heard in the ears (the reasons are associated with concomitant diseases and health conditions) to the patient for various reasons and at different times of the day. This condition is often wavy in nature. A strong pounding of the heart in the ear can appear and disappear, or it can be present all the time. This condition may depend on body position and health status or not. In most cases, this symptom can go away without treatment.

If the heartbeat is heard for a long time in the ear, it is important to undergo an examination and establish the cause of the disorder.

Such a harmless complaint can lead to a number of complications:

• hernia of the spine;
• inflammation of the brain;
• necrosis and inflammation of parotid tissues and lymph nodes;
• necrotic processes in the brain;
• deafness;
• heart and kidney failure;
• sleep disturbance;
• vitamin deficiency;
• the development of neurological and mental diseases;
• coma and death.

The heartbeat that is heard in the ears of an adult is considered by many to be harmless and temporary and has no serious cause. And only with the constant presence of noise, patients begin to be examined and treated.

However, the effectiveness of treatment and the absence of side complications often depend on the speed of diagnosis of certain diseases (neoplasm, otitis media). Only timely and competent treatment of the main cause of the appearance of a heartbeat in the ears can be the key to recovery for many years.

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