HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Sharp Ear Pain While Swallowing?

Today I started having a sharp pain in my right ear whenever I drink. The pain extends to my throat on that side. There is a persistent slight pain that gets a bit worse while swallowing saliva, but when I take a sip of anything it's intensified. When I drink anything cold the pains severe. I don't feel sick although I'm recently recovered from a GI bug. Strangely enough, chewing elicits the same effect, but swallowing food doesn't hurt the ear. So what's going on?
Fri, 11 Dec 2015
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concern.

As per your complain ear ache while swallowing can be due to infection in the middle ear as well as other causes can TMJ disorder.
Infection in throat can also lead to ear infection and both the conditions have a cumulative effect on causing pain in ear and throat while swallowing..
I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investogation like Otoscopy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly..
As of now you can take Ibuprofen if pain is moderate and Tramadol for severe pain..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Sharp Ear Pain While Swallowing?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concern. As per your complain ear ache while swallowing can be due to infection in the middle ear as well as other causes can TMJ disorder. Infection in throat can also lead to ear infection and both the conditions have a cumulative effect on causing pain in ear and throat while swallowing.. I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investogation like Otoscopy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly.. As of now you can take Ibuprofen if pain is moderate and Tramadol for severe pain.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.