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A 35-year-old female asked:

I have a muffled left ear with pain on the inside, down my neck and jaw line. i cannot feel anything swollen in any of these areas, no redness or any lumps. could this be an ear infection?

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Elton Behner
Dentistry 39 years experience
Could be, or: a blocked Eustachian tube. Consult with your PCP.
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Dr. Louis Gallia
Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial 47 years experience
Yes, or TMJ?: Yes, also consider TMj.... TMJ can mimic these symptoms. See oral surgeon to check this our.
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Last updated Jun 19, 2015

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