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I have an extremely terrible ear ache that makes it hard to eat, sleep or work. i have tried tylenol, (acetaminophen) cotton balls and even a hot bottle water.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Ear vs TMJ: Any other signs of TMJ problem? Painful chewing, limited oral opening, jaw clicking? if so, you probably have TMJ - see TMJ expert. If only ear pain, take OTC pain meds and see ENT doc.

Answered 7/11/2015

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A member asked:

I have an extremely terrible ear ache that makes it hard to eat, sleep or work. i have tried tylenol, (acetaminophen) cotton balls and even a hot bottle water.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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