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My right ear is plugged and has a throbbing motor sound to it?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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?Ear infection?: Symptoms of an ear infection can range from ear pain to sensation of a plugged ear. The pain may be a throbbing pain and it can be accompanied by tinnitus, which is the perception of sound in the absence of an external stimulus. It may be time to see a doctor.

Dr Rosenthal agreed

Answered 2/23/2014

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