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I have had a blocked sore ear for about a week and taking about 10 painkillers a day have some real bad sharp pains in it?
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Otitis externa : This can be a real painful condition and needs antibiotics (possibly antifungals) +/- a wick. See your doctor or ENT asap. The longer you wait the higher the chance for more serious complications.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Go see your Doc: Self treating that bad pain can be a disaster. Please get to see a doctor really soon.
Answered 7/22/2013
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