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What Causes Pain In The Ear While Swallowing?
Question: I have pain in my upper ear when I chew food sometimes and the last few days, I have noticed a soreness under my tongue. It seems to be less sore. However, I have noticed a yellow coat on my tongue when I wake up in the morning. I clean my tongue with my tooth brush but it always returns. I feel slight discomfort in my ear.
Brief Answer:
As mention below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Welcome to HCM and thanks for query
I understand your concern
Most common cause of pain in the ear while swallowing is middle ear infection. Throat is connected to middle ear by the Eustachian tube.
Infection in the middle ear cause inflammation and swelling of the eustachian tube and produce pain during the swallowing.
Similar symptoms also occur in the pharyngitis and sore throat.
Ear and throat examination by ENT specialist help in diagnosis.
Meanwhile take following advises:
Oral decongestant like clanitin 3 times per day for 5 days
Oral antibiotic amoxicillin 500 mg three times per day for 5 days
Nasal decongestant drop like oximetazoline.
Tablet ibuprufen 400 mg three times a day
Do gargle with 2% betadine solution.
Steam inhalation 2 times per day.
Hope I have answered your question.
If you have further questions then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
As mention below
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear
Welcome to HCM and thanks for query
I understand your concern
Most common cause of pain in the ear while swallowing is middle ear infection. Throat is connected to middle ear by the Eustachian tube.
Infection in the middle ear cause inflammation and swelling of the eustachian tube and produce pain during the swallowing.
Similar symptoms also occur in the pharyngitis and sore throat.
Ear and throat examination by ENT specialist help in diagnosis.
Meanwhile take following advises:
Oral decongestant like clanitin 3 times per day for 5 days
Oral antibiotic amoxicillin 500 mg three times per day for 5 days
Nasal decongestant drop like oximetazoline.
Tablet ibuprufen 400 mg three times a day
Do gargle with 2% betadine solution.
Steam inhalation 2 times per day.
Hope I have answered your question.
If you have further questions then I will be happy to help you
Best regards
Dr. Sagar
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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