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For past 2 days, every minute or 2 i get a very sharp pain in my right ear lasting 2-3 seconds. no pain between attacks. good response to tylenol (acetaminophen).

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Need ear: Examination. Impacted cerumen and or infection will be among the likely concerns

Answered 3/8/2015

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