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Last few days left ear hurts when i swallow, throat a little dry, tired ( not sure if related), better with ibuprofen, is this congestion?
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Earache: You may have a postnasal drip which is irritating your throat and hasbacked up to involve your ear. See your doctor to rule out an infection, otherwise use saline nose drops.
Answered 3/9/2014
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