Another unusual sound is a crackling or popping in the ear. Crackling in the ear is often compared to the noise that a bowl of Rice Krispies makes after you’ve just poured milk over them.

This makes the air in your Eustachian tube push against your ear drum until suddenly the air is released, which makes that popping sound which none of us like. Harkirit’s top tip to help you pop ...

You may hear a squeak or popping sound as the air pressure equalizes. The most common cause of fluid in the ear is an infection, but it can also be caused by other medical conditions. If you have ...