Ear Pain :
Ear pain is commonly found in all ages , more in children than adults.Basic causes for ear pain include cold and cough which can cause ear infection ,trauma , if there is any pain in the lower jaw , abnormal pressure in the ear , throat infections and foreign object inside the ear. symptoms of ear pain can present / described as discomfort in the ear , swelling , pain associated with fever , hearing impairment. To rule the Ear pain a proper diagnosis should be established which includes : physical examination of the ear, taking a proper medical history and treating the basic cause of ear pain.Recommended treatment for ear pain include: antibiotics , pain relief medications , and warm compress .Preventive measures to be taken to avoid ear pain are to maintain ear hygiene , less usage of ear plugs , to stay away from noisy areas. Neglected ear pain can lead to hearing impairment.Persisting Ear pain more than 3 weeks should not be avoided and should consult an ENT specialist.