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What Causes Feel Of Pulse In Left Ear Despite Taking Dyazide For BP?
I can hear pulse in my left ear and feel a strong pulse on the left side of my neck on exertion but not always.. This has been the case off and on for several years. I take diazide for blood presseure. Blood pressure always good. I am a very healthy 72 year old female. Thank you.Sorry, I did not know that I would need to pay.
Wed, 31 May 2023
Hi,
Feeling the pulse in the ear is called pulsatile tinnitus, and it can be caused by several factors, including high blood pressure, changes in blood flow, ear infections, or abnormal growths. It's important to note that Dyazide, which is a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene, is a medication used to lower blood pressure and reduce fluid retention. While it may help with high blood pressure, it may not necessarily address the underlying cause of pulsatile tinnitus.
If you are experiencing pulsatile tinnitus, it's important to speak with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment options. They may recommend additional tests, such as a blood test, imaging studies like an MRI or CT scan, or an ultrasound, to identify any underlying conditions that may be causing the pulsatile tinnitus.
In some cases, lifestyle changes, such as reducing caffeine and salt intake, can help reduce pulsatile tinnitus. In other cases, medications may be prescribed to treat underlying conditions, such as high blood pressure or ear infections. It's important to follow up with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause of your pulsatile tinnitus and to ensure that you are receiving appropriate treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Feeling the pulse in the ear is called pulsatile tinnitus, and it can be caused by several factors, including high blood pressure, changes in blood flow, ear infections, or abnormal growths. It's important to note that Dyazide, which is a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene, is a medication used to lower blood pressure and reduce fluid retention. While it may help with high blood pressure, it may not necessarily address the underlying cause of pulsatile tinnitus.
If you are experiencing pulsatile tinnitus, it's important to speak with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment options. They may recommend additional tests, such as a blood test, imaging studies like an MRI or CT scan, or an ultrasound, to identify any underlying conditions that may be causing the pulsatile tinnitus.
In some cases, lifestyle changes, such as reducing caffeine and salt intake, can help reduce pulsatile tinnitus. In other cases, medications may be prescribed to treat underlying conditions, such as high blood pressure or ear infections. It's important to follow up with your healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause of your pulsatile tinnitus and to ensure that you are receiving appropriate treatment.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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Hi,
It needs ENT examination and tests (pure tone, air, bone, CBC fta-abs test) or after physical examination may need imaging techniques, few breathing exercises like sky technique also helps but most important is ENT examination.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
It needs ENT examination and tests (pure tone, air, bone, CBC fta-abs test) or after physical examination may need imaging techniques, few breathing exercises like sky technique also helps but most important is ENT examination.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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