Pulsating blood vessel behind the ear
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
In general, pulsation of blood vessels behind the ear may be caused by non-pathological factors, or by pathological conditions such as otitis media or hypertension. It could also result from factors like internal carotid artery aneurysm, pulsatile tinnitus, or sudden-onset tinnitus. Specific diagnosis requires a thorough evaluation at a hospital, followed by treatment according to medical advice. Prompt medical attention is essential to avoid delaying proper management of the condition.
Under normal circumstances, a pulsating sensation in the blood vessels behind the ear may be caused by non-pathological factors, or it could result from pathological conditions such as otitis media or hypertension. Patients should seek symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a physician. The specific analysis is as follows:
I. Non-pathological factors
A rhythmic pulsing sensation behind the ear is usually a physiological response caused by normal blood vessel pulsation and is considered a normal bodily phenomenon.
II. Pathological factors
1. Suppurative Otitis Media
A noticeable pulsation when the ear touches a pillow may be caused by suppurative otitis media or pulsatile tinnitus due to blood vessel activity. In such cases, medications such as amoxicillin capsules or cefuroxime axetil granules may be prescribed under medical supervision.
2. Hypertension
Elevated blood pressure increases vascular pressure, which can lead to pulsatile tinnitus and the sensation of blood vessel pulsing in the ear. In this situation, medications such as losartan potassium hydrochlorothiazide tablets or metoprolol tartrate tablets may be used under a doctor's guidance.
In addition to the three common causes mentioned above, other possible causes include internal carotid artery aneurysm, pulsatile tinnitus, or sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Specific diagnoses require thorough evaluation at a hospital, and patients should follow medical advice for appropriate treatment. Timely medical consultation is essential to avoid delays in managing the condition.
