my left ear hurts so badly, what could it be?

[bubiaboki]

hi,
My left ear hurts so badly that I can't hold on.  The pain comes and goes away. I went to the doctor and he said the cause was from my back of my neck and he gave me some pills.  but it doesn't work at all.  Please help me i can't stand it. :-(

[bubiaboki]

Thank you very much for your reply, It was a huge relief!!! I really do appreciate it:-) Take care!

[Paderla Anitha, DNB]

Hi, ear pain can occur with disorders affecting the external, the middle or the inner ear. In the outer ears cerumen impaction or external otitis,  in the middle ear fluid collection or  disease of the tympanic membrane and in the inner ear damage to the nerve endings can cause tinnitus. It may not be related to the neck problem. You may need to consult your primary care physician who will examine you and initiate appropriate therapy. He may then refer you to an ENT specialist if needed. In the meantime you can take OTC Ibuprofen pain medication. Ensure to take this medication after food to avoid gastritis. Take Care!