Infections and inflammation of the external, middle, or inner ear, as well as structures close to the ear itself, can cause ear pain.
Earaches are a frequent symptom that can be caused by a number of different conditions.
Swimmer's ear, middle ear infections, TMJ, infections, bullous myringitis, sunburn, dermatitis, and trauma are all causes of earaches.
The signs and symptoms of an earache vary depending on the reason, however they may include:
 Fever
 Ear pain
 Jaw pain
 Sore throat
 Itching
 Draining
 Ringing in the ears
 Vertigo
 Redness and swelling around the outer ear

Diagnosis
Based on the symptoms you describe and an examination, your doctor can usually diagnose an ear infection or another problem. The doctor will most likely examine your ears, throat, and nasal tube with a lighted equipment called an otoscope.

Prevention
To avoid ear crises, follow these steps:
 Never put anything in your ear canal without first consulting a healthcare professional.
 Never hit yourself in the head to try to fix an ear condition.
 Teach kids to avoid putting items in their ears.
 Don't clean your ear canals at all.
 Avoid blowing your nose and getting water in your wounded ear after an ear injury.
 Treat ear infections as soon as possible.

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