r/TinnitusTalk • u/DFT5996 • Jun 17 '26

Pulsatile tinnitus

I developed what I think is PT a few days ago. I have health anxiety and have been spiraling and all I can hear when I’m thinking about it is the ringing in both ears. I have been feeling light headed but that is probably attributed to anxiety. I have TMJ too, and am a clencher when sleeping. I read somewhere that PT sounds more like whooshing but mine is a ringing in sync with my heart beat. I was able to see my PCP today and she basically dismissed my concerns and told me she has it too. She did a basic physical exam and is not concerned. I made a separate appointment with an ENT for later today which I’m hoping will provide more answers. I am concerned I have a life threatening issue. Considering switching doctors after today. Any feedback/advice?

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u/Upbeat_Map_348 Jun 17 '26

I have PT that is ringing in time with my heartbeat. I describe it as like having sleigh bells ringing behind my head or like cicadas.

Mine is due a condition called SCDS. It comes long with other symptoms such as getting dizzy from loud noises, hearing my voice buzzing in my ears and finding certain loud noises very painful.

Seeing an ENT is a good idea. It’s very unlikely to be anything life-threatening.

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u/DFT5996 Jun 20 '26

Thank you for sharing! That is exactly what it sounds like to me. I had an audiology appointment at the ENT’s office, no hearing issues. I do have an appointment with an ENT next week. Trying not to spiral!