Ear ache

(Earache, Ear pain, Otalgia, Auricular pain, Auricular discomfort, Auricular soreness, Otodynia, Earache discomfort, Earache soreness, Earache pain)

Ear ache is a common symptom of infection or inflammation in the ear. It can range from a dull, continuous pain to a sharp, sudden pain. It can be accompanied by swelling, redness, and tenderness in and around the ear, as well as a feeling of fullness and ringing in the ear. It can develop gradually over time or suddenly, depending on the cause. It can be caused by infections, allergies, or trauma to the ear.

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18 diseases may cause the symptom ear ache
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Age: any age
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Equally Common in Men and Women