Question 1

can a sinus/ear infection cause eye pain with head pain in the back of the head?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A sinus infection can cause referred pain around the eyes. Pain in the back of the head may not be related to the sinus infection, but could be related to the ear infection. Probably best to see an ear, nose, and throat specialist.

Question 2

can a sinus or ear infection cause right eye pain, right temple headache, and pulsatile tinnitus in the right ear?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sinuses and ears are located close to eyes and all are interconnected. In fact, complication of infective thrombus originating from sinusitis is very well known in medical literature. If symptoms do not improve after 48 hrs of being on antibiotics, revisit your doctor.

Question 3

i had an illness from 8/23-9/5. i had ear infections and pink eye in both eyes and sore throat. took augmentin finished on 9/6. 9/12 i woke up with pink eye again 9/13 other eye infected and now have sore throat. is this common??  heath anxiety bad

Accepted Answer

Any allergies?: this makes me wonder if you may be experiencing allergies.   I do not think this sounds worrisome but i think it would be prudent to see your doctor if symptoms persist.  i hope you feel better soon!

Question 4

left internal ear pain in and off for a month. can be extremely painful.worse when i turn my head. now sore stiff neck. ear infection?

Accepted Answer

Need an exam: Cannot possibly diagnose you over the internet without a more complete medical history, physical exam and perhaps labs and imaging studies chosen based upon the first items mentioned above. See a doctor and good luck and best wishes.

Question 5

the back of my head to the right is very sore, my ear is slightly uncomfortable, my ear is warm and the scalp is slightly swollen and sore to the touch, is this an ear infection possibly?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic fullness: When a person has an ear infection or sinusitis, the surrounding lymph nodes and lymphatic tracts fill with fluid/cells in order to mount an immune response. This can cause warmth, discomfort and slight swelling. It would be wise to have a Dr check your ears/nose for infection which can be treated with antibiotics. Saline nasal washes can also help clear the sinuses, and eustacian tubes.

Question 6

i have a sore throat & its hard to swallow. now i have ear pain radiating down my neck & it hurts to turn my head. ear infection?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat or ear?: Could be an ear infection or a tonsillitis?pharyngitis. In a situation like this it is important to have it evaluated as quickly as possible as you may need antibiotics.

Question 7

had sore heads, throat &ear over 6 mths. mainly head at left side. doc said no ear infection. put me on amitriptyline?lump under left jaw what is wrong

Accepted Answer

See an ENT doctor: If you are already seeing one you may need a second opinion.  Cannot possibly diagnose you over the internet without a full history and exam, so please go and get seen.  Cannot imagine what amitryptilline is treating other than nerve pain.  Hope you are well soon.

Question 8

can a severe ear infection cause sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Vice versa: Usually a sore throat gives rise to an ear infection.

Question 9

can ear infection cause sore throat and hoarse voice and sneezing.? i'm curious

Accepted Answer

No: The ear infection is in a separate compartment and does not trigger such added problems.However, ear infections seldom occur alone. They are often a secondary event triggered when an upper respiratory infection causes the type of problems you list. The URI is the starting point, although the timing can be confusing.

Question 10

can ear infection/disorder/disease or vestibular issues cause unequal pupil size? opthamalogist says eyes fine and he doesn't suspect neurological.

Accepted Answer

How unequal: Vestibular lesion would not alter your pupil size. If an ophthalmologist examined you and determined it to be not a cause for concern, please let it be.
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I had an illness from 8/23-9/5. i had ear infections and pink eye in both eyes and sore throat. took augmentin finished on 9/6. 9/12 i woke up with pink eye again 9/13 other eye infected and now have sore throat. is this common?? heath anxiety bad

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Left internal ear pain in and off for a month. can be extremely painful.worse when i turn my head. now sore stiff neck. ear infection?

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The back of my head to the right is very sore, my ear is slightly uncomfortable, my ear is warm and the scalp is slightly swollen and sore to the touch, is this an ear infection possibly?

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I have a sore throat & its hard to swallow. now i have ear pain radiating down my neck & it hurts to turn my head. ear infection?

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Had sore heads, throat &ear over 6 mths. mainly head at left side. doc said no ear infection. put me on amitriptyline?lump under left jaw what is wrong

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Can a severe ear infection cause sore throat?

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Can ear infection cause sore throat and hoarse voice and sneezing.? i'm curious

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Can ear infection/disorder/disease or vestibular issues cause unequal pupil size? opthamalogist says eyes fine and he doesn't suspect neurological.

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