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My 4 year old is congested with a cough and now earache. doest that mean she has an ear infection?

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Possible: Infection is possible.Ear pain can occur as referred pain, such as sore throat or from congestion pressure.Either way, need to see the pediatrician.

Answered 9/28/2016

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