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Have had occasional pain back by my ear. wondering what it could be caused from or how to relieve it?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Vague: Need a thorough history and exam. There can be a variety of causes of the ear issue- ear infection, sinus, TMJ/TMD. See a Dr., preferably an ENT specialist first.

Answered 11/30/2014

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Need clarification: Pl clarify whether the pain is inside the ear or behind the ear as the possible causes may be quite different.

Answered 11/30/2014

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A member asked:

Have had occasional pain back by my ear. wondering what it could be caused from or how to relieve it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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