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I have a sore throat and my ear hurts when i swallow. what can this be?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Post nasal drip: Drainage from inflammatory or irritating causes can be triggering your symptoms.

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/29/2018

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EAR INFECTION?: If you have a sore throat and your ears are sore, you may have an underlying throat and ear infection. I would recommend that you see your doctor.

Answered 2/18/2016

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