Several things?: Any new pain while scuba diving (if not explainable as sore muscles) can be decompression sickness (the bends). If it's ear pain, then it could be baro-trauma (especially if you were having problems clearing your ears). I would recommend not diving tomorrow, based on what you have shared.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Don't dive: Don't dive until cleared by a doctor. If your ear hurts and your hearing is decreased your have fluid behind your eardrum, and diving again could make it much worse. You will not be able to clear your ears when diving.
Answered 1/29/2014
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I agree with Dr. : Benda. You could have barotrauma. The grade will be one of the determinants of how long it might take to heal. Try using decongestants to aid resolution. I agree that it is best to have your ears checked by a physician who is knowledgeable about barotrauma and to have the problem resolved before diving again. Hopefully, it will heal really fast ; you can get back in the water. Take care.
Answered 1/29/2014
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It depends: The most common injury from diving is barotrauma and in you're case it's specifically affecting the ear. Chances are it's mild but I would not dive if you're still having symptoms of pain, ringing or dizziness. I would have a medical professional look at your ears and determine how much damage was done, if any, on your tympanic membrane.
Answered 10/10/2014
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