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Does ringing in the ears come from lupus

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cottageville, SC
September 23
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A MyLupusTeam Member

It's possible, but other inner ear issues like Meniere's disease can cause it, and it can be a side effect of some medications, too.

If the ringing persists, Marcella, hearing and ENT evaluation are worth pursuing.

September 24
A MyLupusTeam Member

I've occasionally gotten a thumping sound after taking my thyroid meds. Now I split them up and take half at night. So far, this seems to be working for me.

September 23
MyLupusTeam

Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) can indeed be connected to lupus, though it's not always a direct symptom. One possible link is high blood pressure, which affects about half of people with lupus.

Severe high blood pressure can trigger a pulsing, whooshing, or ringing sound in the ears that beats in sync with your pulse. This Show Full Answer

Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) can indeed be connected to lupus, though it's not always a direct symptom. One possible link is high blood pressure, which affects about half of people with lupus.

Severe high blood pressure can trigger a pulsing, whooshing, or ringing sound in the ears that beats in sync with your pulse. This is called pulsatile tinnitus. Here are some lupus-related reasons ringing in the ears might occur:

- High blood pressure – common in lupus and can cause pulsatile tinnitus
- Inflammation – lupus-related inflammation can affect tissues throughout the body, including areas near the ears
- Skin involvement – discoid lupus can affect the outer ear and surrounding skin, which may contribute to ear discomfort

It's worth bringing this up with your doctor or rheumatologist, especially if the ringing is persistent or feels like it's in sync with your heartbeat. That could be a sign of high blood pressure that needs attention sooner rather than later.

September 23
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thanks for the info my PCP has scheduled an ENT appointment

September 24

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