Question 1

infection is the cause of swollen left ear or right ear?

Accepted Answer

Can be rt or left: You can get infection in right or left ear, and there will be swlling of the ear lobe or ear canal in external ear infection
there are other conditions which can also cause swelling of external ear, so have it checked by your doctor.

Question 2

i woke up and my left tonsil is swollen and my left ear and nostril are blocked possible causes?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP: Your ears, nose, and throat are connected, so a problem with one can mean a problem for another. The proper diagnosis is the key to successful treatment. See your PCP for evaluation and diagnosis.

Question 3

i think i have a swollen gland below my left ear lobe, right next to the top of my jaw. my ear burns also. hurts to look up/down. how to treat? cause?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation : Infection or more. This is something deep, affecting your ear and eye. This cannot wait, you need to see a doctor.

Question 4

i've been suffering from left ear pain accompanied by swollen and painful left tonsil. i kissed a new partner a few days before could it be the reason?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Whenever we share body fluids there's always a chance of an infection being passed along. The ear pain is probably referred pain from the throat. Gargle warm salt water, eat soft cool foods and if not better in 5 days see MD - sooner if significant fever/vomiting/rash.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pharyngitis

Question 5

the inside of my left ear is hurting. its swollen and has gotten red. it's also caused me to feel dizzy. i think its a spider bite but not sure, help?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: You most likely have some type of localized infection such as otitis externa, or perhaps an insect bite.  Cellulitis is usually more wide spread.  Polychondritis can cause redness and pain, but it is a rare illness, so that seems unlikely.  You may need antibiotics, so you should see your doctor.

Question 6

my son is seven months old and teething, was struggling with fever 38.4 - 40.4c for three days but that has cleared up now he has a rash on his tummy and behind his ears paired with a swollen lymph gland behing his left ear. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

An illness: I don't accept the idea that this was from teeth. This is a common pattern for many viruses that fever on/off for a few days ending with a rash as the fever leaves. The lymph glands often swell with such illnesses &amp; the most evident are those in the neck/head where they are not hidden deep in the tissues.

Question 7

the inside of my left ear feels swollen but it doesn't hurt. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Have your doctor look at your ear to see what may be causing this.

Question 8

right ear hurts and swollen left ear keep ranging what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Ear pain: Sounds like infection.  Need to see healthcare provider and have this checked out.  Good Luck

Question 9

i woke up and my whole left cheek is severly swollen and in pain along with my left ear?

Accepted Answer

? Parotitis: You may have parotid gland inflammation or may be mumps if not immunized. Please see your doc. Ear ache can occur as referred pain when parotid gland can get involved.

Question 10

i was eating and all of a sudden my left ear felt presure under the ear  and now it's swollen and i feel presure.  should i be conseirened ?

Accepted Answer

Ear pressure: What is swollen may either be the ear canal but especially as symptoms arose suddenly while chewing your jaw joint may be the issue. While ear disease is one consideration, jaw joint inflammation due to an acutely displaced disk may be your problem. Often, jaw rest, soft diet for a week or two with some Motrin resolves the jaw problem. If not, you need both the ear and jaw joint examined.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Causes of swollen left ear

A member asked:

Infection is the cause of swollen left ear or right ear?

A member asked:

I woke up and my left tonsil is swollen and my left ear and nostril are blocked possible causes?

A member asked:

I think i have a swollen gland below my left ear lobe, right next to the top of my jaw. my ear burns also. hurts to look up/down. how to treat? cause?

A member asked:

I've been suffering from left ear pain accompanied by swollen and painful left tonsil. i kissed a new partner a few days before could it be the reason?

A member asked:

The inside of my left ear is hurting. its swollen and has gotten red. it's also caused me to feel dizzy. i think its a spider bite but not sure, help?

A member asked:

My son is seven months old and teething, was struggling with fever 38.4 - 40.4c for three days but that has cleared up now he has a rash on his tummy and behind his ears paired with a swollen lymph gland behing his left ear. what could be the cause?

A member asked:

The inside of my left ear feels swollen but it doesn't hurt. what should i do?

A member asked:

Right ear hurts and swollen left ear keep ranging what does it mean?

A member asked:

I woke up and my whole left cheek is severly swollen and in pain along with my left ear?

A member asked:

I was eating and all of a sudden my left ear felt presure under the ear and now it's swollen and i feel presure. should i be conseirened ?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?