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Hi if your ear stings feels blocked and has sharp pains constantly for 3 days is that an ear infection? feels blocked too what treatment is needed?
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Seek help: You may have an infection or you may have fluid in your ear.Let your doctor decide whether you need sntibiotics or other medication.
Answered 1/30/2013
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Otitis Media: It sounds as if you may have a middle ear effusion or possible obstruction of the external auditory canal with inflammation or injury to your eardrum. It would be best to see an ear nose and throat physician for a consultation.
Answered 3/26/2013
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