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I have a cold, my left ear hurts so does the left side of my throat i can barely hear on my left what could this be?

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

URI: Most colds are viral illnesses that run their course in 5-7 days. If symptoms persist or worsen , it becomes more likely a bacterial infection is involved and may need antibiotics. At this point, a trip to the doctor is necessary.

Answered 3/22/2014

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