 [ Symptoms ] what is wrong with my ear very concerned would just really love some direction for as long as i can remember i have these sort of episodes where my hearing goes out in my right ear and a horrible loud ringing ensues for a few minutes now i only occasionally get it and it is more of an almost constant pulse  yesterday after a violent cry session i lost my aunt i had a sudden headache and felt and heard the pulse not only in my ear but also in the top back of my head it lasted maybe 10 seconds after it stopped i felt something fall out it was a slightly bloody scab [ Disease ] i am so sorry you lost your aunt it is always difficult to lose a loved one you have my sympathy the good news is there is probably nothing seriously wrong with your ear or your hearing everyone has those episodes you describe where your hearing suddenly goes out and is replaced by a loud ringing or pulsing sound we do not know what causes that could be a sudden shift in blood pressure could be some impacted ear wax suddenly pulling away from the eardrum who knows if you are truly concerned i suggest you make a visit to your primary healthcare provider is office for a check up make sure your blood pressure is normal and that you do not have an ear infection or any impacted cerumen wax a regular physical exam will cover all these bases wishing you well