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A 40-year-old female asked:

I have got left ear pain when i swallow and have had it for two weeks now. some days are better than others. im on antibiotics but they dont seem to be helping. what could it be?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
A throat swab sent for culture may reveal the underlying cause. Continue the antibiotic as prescribed. Soothing fluids may relieve throat pain. Monitor your temperature until seen.
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