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Can a sore throat lead to an ear infection or can a ear infection lead to a sore throat?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes it can: Middle ear infection often caused by sore throat. During the sore throat the immune system is weak and you are susceptible to infections in general. Include ear infection.

Answered 12/26/2013

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Dr. Jay Park answered

See below: Sore throat often precedes ear infection.

Answered 5/5/2015

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