Question 1

intermittent sharp/throbbing ear pain on both ears, feels deep and felt behind the ear and down the neck, lasts several seconds, ringing in both ears, experienced ear popping several times; no infection, no discharge, no head trauma. possible causes?

Accepted Answer

? middle ears: and Eustachian tubes, which may be blocked due to inflammation or enlarged adenoids, better be seen, start by your doctor who may refer you to an ENT specialist, best wishes

Question 2

what can cause chronic sudden sharp ear pain with no infection?

Accepted Answer

Ear pain: Recurrent fluid in the ears can cause it. However, since this is a chronic problem, he should be seen by a specialist- ENT doctor to evaluate for other problems.

Question 3

can ms cause ear pain? i thought i had an infection but i don't so could this be the cause? had pain for over 1year now (being tested for ms)

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: Yes, but unlikely. In your age category, most common cause of non ear caused ear pain is TMJ. If MS test negative, see TMJ expert. If you haven't seen ent doc, also see ent doc first.

Question 4

is it possible to have an ear infection without ear pain?

Accepted Answer

Ear infection/pain : Usually infection in your middle ear can cause sever pain, if you have outer ear infection you will have pain as well. The only time you cna have middle ear infection and no pain is when the pressure build up in your middle ear causes the ear drum to rupture & the pressure is released and you will have no pain.

Question 5

i have ear pain and ear leakage mean infection, what to do for treatment?

Accepted Answer

Time for visit: This can mean an active middle ear infection with a perforation of the ear drum or just a significant canal infection.Treatment would differ based on the actual site of the infection. If a perforation in an adult, it would require longer term followup and possible repair. This is one issue that deserves an office evaluation with your doc.

Question 6

i'm having flu wd ear pain and throat infection what would be best for me?

Accepted Answer

Dr. can check throat: New throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). Throat lozenges and acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help decrease pain.

Question 7

what is the difference between ear pain from an ear infection vs tmj?

Accepted Answer

TMJ vs Ear Infection: They may feel the same to you and it is not something that you can self diagnose. See both your PCP or ENT specialist and a dentist with knowledge of TMD\TMJ issues to find out what's going on in your particular case. It's not inconceivable that one has both problems at the same time.

Question 8

what would the symptoms of infection aquired via neti pot be? i have sinus and ear pain and have used neti pot with untreated well water.

Accepted Answer

Sinus irrigation: Please do not do that again. Only use sterile distilled water and use an irrigating bottle that can be washed and put into the microwave for 60-90 seconds to sterilize it. You could develop deadly amoebic meningitis otherwise with severe headache, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, fever, coma, convulsions, and death.

Question 9

i have extreme ear pain, muffled hearing and difficulty balancing, along with dry black discharge. is this an average infection or something more?

Accepted Answer

Severe infection: The combination of ear pain, drainage, hearing loss, and balance issues reveal a severe infection that should be examined by a specialist.  The drainage, hearing loss, and ear pain is most likely a middle/outer ear infection. The balance issues could be a middle/inner ear issue depending on the exact symptoms. Seeing a specialist for immediate treatment is important so that is does not worsen.

Question 10

what are signs of gum infection and can it cause fever and ear pain and face pain?

Accepted Answer

Gingival Infection: Gingival infection can be caused by periodontal or endodontic issues. Signs usually include swelling, redness, and pain. Referred pain to the ear and face is common. These issues cannot be treated at home, so please call a dentist for an appointment. If you have a fever it means the infection is spreading systemically, so act ASAP.

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Intermittent sharp/throbbing ear pain on both ears, feels deep and felt behind the ear and down the neck, lasts several seconds, ringing in both ears, experienced ear popping several times; no infection, no discharge, no head trauma. possible causes?

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What can cause chronic sudden sharp ear pain with no infection?

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Can ms cause ear pain? i thought i had an infection but i don't so could this be the cause? had pain for over 1year now (being tested for ms)

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Is it possible to have an ear infection without ear pain?

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I have ear pain and ear leakage mean infection, what to do for treatment?

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I'm having flu wd ear pain and throat infection what would be best for me?

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What is the difference between ear pain from an ear infection vs tmj?

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What would the symptoms of infection aquired via neti pot be? i have sinus and ear pain and have used neti pot with untreated well water.

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I have extreme ear pain, muffled hearing and difficulty balancing, along with dry black discharge. is this an average infection or something more?

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What are signs of gum infection and can it cause fever and ear pain and face pain?

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