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Since last night i've had a pain behind my left ear that gets worse when i move my head to the right. it also hurts when i press down on the area. ?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Mastoiditis?: Behind the ear there is an air space called mastoid sinus. It can get infected in rarely, called mastoiditis. You should have a doctor look at it, so you can get proper treatment. If it is left alone, it can cause problems, more than pain.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/7/2015

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A member asked:

Since last night i've had a pain behind my left ear that gets worse when i move my head to the right. it also hurts when i press down on the area. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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