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I have had an earache in my (l) ear for over a week now. i went to the er and the doctor said my ear looks great. usually this is a sign of a cold fo?
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Earache: If ear looks ok, could be referred pain from jaw joint or throat. In that case, avoid excessive chewing, no gum clewing, avoid hard foods for 3-5 days. Take ibuprofen. ENT MD is better equipped to tell you what is or isn't happening with your ear.
Answered 7/23/2017
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