Ear ringing like a drum may be caused by cerumen movement, neurogenic tinnitus, vascular pulsatile tinnitus and so on. 1. Cerumen movement: Cerumen is found in the ear canal, which is close to the tympanic membrane or the depth of the external auditory canal, and is close to the tympanic membrane, so when the head is shaken, it touches and rubs against the tympanic membrane, causing a drum-like ringing sound. 2. Neurogenic tinnitus: overwork, often stay up late, long time in the noise environment and other reasons lead to neurogenic tinnitus, the patient may appear in the ear like a drum ringing symptoms. 3. Vascular pulsatile tinnitus: excessive pressure, long-term rest is not good or high blood pressure and other diseases lead to vascular pulsatile tinnitus, there may be a drum-like ringing of the ears. It is recommended that patients develop good ear habits, avoid wearing headphones for a long time, and get enough sleep. If the symptoms can not be relieved, should promptly consult a doctor for a clear diagnosis and treatment under the guidance of the doctor.