A member asked:

My ear is swollen, sore and blocked. biting, opening my mouth and touching my ear hurts. started with what felt like a pimple in my ear. thank you.

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

See Dr: Need to see your dr / urgent care (or er) to get prescription medications for the external infection/swelling component and oral antibiotic to attack internally. The pain/swelling will get worse, and can make you feel off-balance. Should get seen soon.

Answered 1/25/2019

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See a doctor: May have inner or external ear infection or cellulits.

Answered 1/25/2019

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Otitis externa: This needs immediate attention by an ent.Sounds like an external otitis, meaning not an inner ear problem. With drops & oral antibiotics. It also may need surgical drainage if an abscess is present & the ear canal is completely blocked. Call now.

Answered 9/30/2013

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This is: Most probably an external ottitis and you may need antibiotics. Please consult your doctor now: family practitioner or ent. Do not delay!

Answered 9/30/2013

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