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I got a sharp pain on the right side of my throat and in my right ear. it really hurts to swallow.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Be examined: It is hard to diagnose this without an exam. It may be infection or blockage of your Eustachian tube. Have it looked at and feel better.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 7/5/2016

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See details: It is asore throat and it likely viral. If it persists see a doctor. Try Chloroseptic for some symptomatic relief.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 5/31/2015

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