Pulsing started about a week ago
So I've just come back from the doctor and will soon be off to an ENT followed by imaging etc. After waking up a week ago I had a pulsing sensation in my left ear only. No other symptoms. I wanted to ask you guys if this sounds like what you've experienced or something else (just so I know what to prioritise moving forward - it takes time in this country)
I'm a male, mid thirties, athletic and don't smoke or drink. Blood tests show that I've had low hemoglobin and MCHC for three straight years but ferritin is fine. I'm assuming I may have that trait that under utilises iron.
My ear sounds like it has water in it but it's totally clear. The pulse is faint. At first it was worse when laying down. But I think it's been gradually getting more faint. If I yawn then the pulsing stops and it becomes like a constant whoosh. Even after exercise I struggle to tell whether it's actually in line with my heartbeat or not. I can't stop the sound no matter where I try to compress around the ear. It also has stopped for 10 seconds on two occasions while sitting in bed. But it started soon after. My hearing sounds mildly muffled. It's definitely pulsing but from what I've read my case seems quiet in comparison.
I would guess this is an ear problem based on my low risk for vascular issues but I'm gonna get it all done either way.
Thanks for any insight you can provide and sorry for the info dump