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What Causes Sudden Severe Pain In Left Ear?
Hi I have had any problems with my ears.....I run 3 to 4 miles on a treadmill 4to5 times a week....last week while running at an incline of 13 and speed of 3.9 ( I have been doing this for years) ,I noticed a sudden severe pain in my left ear.....this has continued since then more pronounced when chewing or eating......I have no problems with my teeth and no problems elsewhere.....pain seems a little less after taking a 200mg motrin.....no difficulties in hearing but I have not run again since this occured......thankyou for your help......Nina
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hello,
Are you using ear buds to clean the wax or are you using ear phones while running? Possible causes are:
1. Mild trauma
2. Ear bud induced negative pressure or discomfort
3. Infection
4. Temporomandibular joint problems
Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Avoid Water entry into ear. Drink plenty of liquids. If no improvement please consult with your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
Are you using ear buds to clean the wax or are you using ear phones while running? Possible causes are:
1. Mild trauma
2. Ear bud induced negative pressure or discomfort
3. Infection
4. Temporomandibular joint problems
Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Avoid Water entry into ear. Drink plenty of liquids. If no improvement please consult with your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
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