Why do I hear a hissing sound?
Tinnitus is the medical term for “hearing” noises in your ears. It occurs when there is no outside source of the sounds. Tinnitus is often called “ringing in the ears.” It may also sound like blowing, roaring, buzzing, hissing, humming, whistling, or sizzling.
What can cause a hissing or whistling noise?
Causes
- head and neck injuries.
- ear infections.
- a foreign object or earwax touching the eardrum.
- eustachian tube (middle ear) problems.
- temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.
- stiffening of the middle ear bones.
- traumatic brain injury.
- cardiovascular diseases.
What it sounds like to have tinnitus?
People who experience tinnitus describe hearing different and sometimes variably changing and intertwining sounds like ringing, hissing, roaring, crickets, screeching, sirens, whooshing, static, pulsing, ocean waves, buzzing, clicking, dial tones and even music.
Is hissing bad?
Contrary to popular belief, hissing is not an aggressive behavior, nor is it generally exhibited by an aggressive cat. victimized, antagonized, or threatened in some way. Hissing is often a way to avoid a physical confrontation.
Why is my engine whistling?
Whistling. If you hear a whistling sound while driving, there are a few different places you can check out to find a probable cause. The most common reason for this noise being made is a vacuum leak, due to worn or cracked hoses.
Why is my car making a high-pitched whistling noise?
A high-pitched, shrill whistle can really get annoying, especially if it occurs frequently while you drive. There are generally two possible explanations for the whistle. The first is that your vehicle is running low on transmission fluid. The second is that your car’s fuel injectors have gotten too dirty.
When I accelerate I hear a whistling noise?
If the whistling noise is sounding when you accelerate and more towards the front of your vehicle, your symptoms suggest that you may have a vacuum leak. Although this is a common issue, it does mean that your car is not operating at full efficiency and if left untreated will cause costly damage.
