What Causes Swelling Of Ear, Ear Pain, Fever, Vomiting And Headache?

Posted on Mon, 8 Dec 2014

Question: Late last night, my ear hurt, than my ear swelled up about a half an inch . I than notice the gland ounder my ear swelled up & now there's swelling in front of my ear. early this morning I had a temp of 105, than it went down to 99. Everything is tender & hot. I have chills, & I threw up this morning & I have had a headache. I'm thinking about going to the hospital tonight, even though I have an app. with my doctor. I don't want it to get worse. Is it an infection.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (36 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Acute parotitis...

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for posting the query

After going through your description, I do feel, you could be suffering from Acute Parotitis. Parotitis is the infection of the parotid gland which is located in front of the ear.

Sudden increase in the swelling of the gland is noticed when there is a block in the parotid duct and the production of the secretions continue. If a photo of the same had it been attached, it would have been very helpful.

Pain with fever indicates active infection. It would be wiser to consult your doctor at the earliest.

Meanwhile, you can try taking OTC pain relievers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac. Drink plenty of warm water.

Hope I have answered your query; I'll be available for the follow up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

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