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Is it possible to have an inner ear infection and the pain only be a mild burning sensation in ear and neck? going on 5 days and the pain is the same.

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Sure: Certain low grade infections, including viruses the body may be trying to fight off, may produce mild symptoms that last for several days.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have an inner ear infection and the pain only be a mild burning sensation in ear and neck? going on 5 days and the pain is the same.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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