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A member asked:

My ears are always plugged. feels like i hear the ocean. and it hurts the right side of my brain. is it an ear infection? if so, how do i cure it?

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Get checked: A doctor can examine your ears for infection or other causes. Good luck.

Dr Shannon agreed

Answered 1/31/2015

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