Otitis externa

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Went to my gp the other day with earache was told I have swimmers ear was given otomize ear spray which just seems to sting my ear when i use them was just wondering if swimmers ear can cause a sore throat the same side as my swimmers ear is this normal? 

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    If it is an infection caused by Swimmers Ear,then it can travel into your throat,so yes you can get a sore throat. The ears,nose and throat are all connected.

     

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