Hearing popping sounds in left ear while urinating

Hearing popping sounds in your ear while urinating may be due to a condition called Eustachian tube dysfunction. The Eustachian tube is a small tube that connects your middle ear to the back of your throat. It helps equalize pressure in your ear and drain any fluid that may accumulate there.

During urination, the pressure in your abdomen increases, which can affect the pressure in your middle ear. If the Eustachian tube doesn't open and close properly, you may hear popping sounds in your ear as the pressure changes.

Other factors that can cause Eustachian tube dysfunction include allergies, sinus infections, changes in altitude, and ear infections.

There are several treatments for ETD, including:

Decongestants: These medications can help reduce swelling and inflammation in the Eustachian tube, making it easier to equalize pressure in the middle ear. Decongestants can be taken orally or used as a nasal spray.

Nasal corticosteroids: These are medications that are used to reduce inflammation in the nasal passages, which can help open up the Eustachian tube. They are usually used as a nasal spray.

Antihistamines: These medications can help reduce allergic reactions that can cause ETD. They can be taken orally or used as a nasal spray.

Ear tube surgery: This is a procedure where a small tube is placed in the eardrum to help equalize pressure in the middle ear. It is typically used for severe or chronic cases of ETD.

Autoinflation: This is a technique where you close your mouth, pinch your nose shut, and gently blow air into your nose to try to open up the Eustachian tube.

It's important to talk to your doctor about which treatment is right for you, as some treatments may not be appropriate for certain people or certain types of ETD.