What is pulsatile tinnitus and how does it affect your ears?

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What is pulsatile tinnitus and how does it affect your ears?​

Unlike most types of tinnitus, pulsatile tinnitus has a physical source of sound that your ears pick up. It’s an amplified sound of blood circulating through your arteries.

How do I contact a doctor for pulsatile tinnitus?​

Active research of Pulsatile Tinnitus to help future patients and outcomes For physicians seeking consultation or referrals, please contact us at (415) 502-3895. Medical records, including any pertinent notes regarding your symptoms and imaging reports
What tests are needed to investigate pulsatile tinnitus?
Blood tests may be needed in the investigation of pulsatile tinnitus. For example, a full blood count (FBC) may be required to rule out anaemia or thyroid function tests (TFTs) may be requested if an overactive thyroid gland is suspected.
What causes tinnitus when the heart beat is not synchronised?
There are a few examples of tinnitus where a rhythmical sound is experienced but the sound is not synchronised with the person’s heart beat. This type of tinnitus is most commonly due to rhythmical contraction of the muscles in the middle ear. There are two small muscles in the middle ear called, the tensor tympani and stapedius.

What is the National Organization for rare disorders for tinnitus?​

National Organization for Rare Disorders: “Tinnitus.” Weill and Cornell Brain and Spine Center: “Pulsatile Tinnitus.” Mayo Clinic: “Tinnitus.” Deutsches Arzteblatt International: “Pulsatile Tinnitus: Imaging and Differential Diagnosis.” British Tinnitus Association: “Pulsatile Tinnitus,” “Sound therapy.”

Does pulsatile tinnitus go away on its own?​

Pulsatile tinnitus occasionally goes away on its own. However, ince it can be caused by potentially dangerous conditions, patients experiencing pulsatile tinnitus symptoms should undergo a thorough medical evaluation. Fortunately, pulsatile tinnitus can often be successfully treated and cured once the underlying cause is identified.
How is pulsatile tinnitus evaluated at Penn Medicine?
Physicians at Penn Medicine have developed a comprehensive program to streamline the evaluation and potential treatment of pulsatile tinnitus. The team will first ask about your medical history and conduct a thorough exam of your head and neck. Your eyes may be checked to look for any signs of increased pressure in the brain.