Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): This condition is characterized by brief, episodic vertigo and hearing symptoms that can include a whooshing sound, often triggered by specific head movements. The whooshing sound can be attributed to the movement of otoliths in the inner ear.

Meniere's Disease: A disorder of the inner ear that affects balance and hearing, causing vertigo, tinnitus (which can be perceived as a whooshing sound), hearing loss, and ear fullness. The whooshing sound in Meniere's can be due to the fluctuating fluid pressures in the inner ear.
Tinnitus: Often associated with hearing loss, tinnitus can manifest as a whooshing sound among other types of sounds. It can be subjective (heard only by the patient) and is commonly linked to exposure to loud noises, certain medications, or age-related hearing loss.
Patulous Eustachian Tube (PET): A condition where the Eustachian tube remains open, leading to autophony (hearing one's own internal sounds unusually loudly), which can include a whooshing sound due to the abnormal transmission of internal sounds to the ear.

Acoustic Neuroma: A non-cancerous tumor on the nerve connecting the inner ear to the brain, which can cause hearing loss, tinnitus (potentially a whooshing sound), and balance problems. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment.
Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Though less common, sudden hearing loss with unusual sounds can be a symptom of a stroke or TIA, especially if accompanied by other neurological deficits. Prompt recognition is vital for timely intervention.
Multiple Sclerosis: An autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the brain and spinal cord, leading to a wide range of symptoms, including hearing loss and unusual sounds due to demyelination in relevant areas.

Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence: A rare condition where there is an abnormal opening in the bone overlying the superior semicircular canal of the inner ear, leading to hearing loss, vertigo, and autophony, which might include a whooshing sound.
Labyrinthine Fistula: An abnormal connection between the inner and middle ear, which can cause hearing loss, vertigo, and tinnitus, potentially perceived as a whooshing sound, due to the abnormal fluid dynamics in the ear.
Vestibular Migraine: Though not exclusively rare, when it presents with hearing loss and a whooshing sound, it can be considered less common. It involves vertigo and other vestibular symptoms, often accompanied by migraine headaches.