Boston, MA
A 17-year-old female asked:

My right tragus and ear has been hurting for about a week. muffled hearing and neck pain on right side. what is wrong? ear infection?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon
A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 35 years experience
Yes, probably: I'm impressed you know the term tragus. Good for you! Please see your family physician for an exam and antibiotics if necessary, or even an ENT consult if needed. Are you going into the medical field? It is rewarding, although a lot of work.
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