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My left ear is hurting stabbing pain?

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Dr. Shariq Refai answered

Multiple things.: Could be a pierced tympanic membrane from a qtip maybe or it could be an infection even or foreign body. You should see your provider to have your ear checked and an appropriate physical exam.

Dr Ruth agreed

Answered 5/11/2020

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