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How can a ear ache due to cold be cured?
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Decongestant: Ear ache from cold may be from pressure - congestion resulting in increased pressure can be painful.
Answered 9/14/2013
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Earache: A cold can cause earache from pressure or from an infection. If caused by an infection it may need to be treated with an antibiotic. If caused by pressure then taking a decongestant, pain reliever, steam inhalation, saline nasal spray helps.
Answered 1/12/2018
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