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Hurts when i move my head, the other day it was pounding and i seem to be partially deaf in that ear. can someone tell me what this is this please?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Ear infection?: You might have an ear infection. If you have significant ear pain and hearing loss, i would see your doctor to be evaluated for an infection. Antibiotics might be needed.

Answered 8/28/2013

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