Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Why You Hear Your Heartbeat On The Pillow

Hearing your heartbeat while lying on a pillow could signal pulsatile tinnitus, a rare condition affecting 15 million people. It stems from disrupted blood flow near the ears and may indicate issues like high blood pressure, anemia, vascular malformations, or tumors. Symptoms include rhythmic whooshing sounds matching your pulse. It disrupts sleep and concentration, potentially leading to anxiety or depression.