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How would i be able to tell if i have an ear infection?

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Dr. M. Jay Petruska answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ear Infection: You may have severe ear pain, but it may be caused by an ear infection, sinusitis, TMJ disease or any other cause. Please see your primary care physician for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered 6/10/2014

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