10 Causes of Ear Pain

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Cause #7: Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis occurs when there is inflammation of the tonsils. Patients with tonsillitis may experience lymphadenopathy, fever, sore throat, enlargement of the tonsils, and ear pain. It can sometimes progress to a peritonsillar abscess. Most cases of tonsillitis are caused by a viral infection. Some causative organisms include Adenovirus, group A Streptococcus, Haemophilus Influenzae, and Corynebacterium Diphtheriae.

Treatment includes the use of paracetamol (acetaminophen), ibuprofen, and antibiotics (for bacterial infections). For those with frequent episodes of tonsillitis, a tonsillectomy is an option as it helps decrease future episodes of tonsillitis.

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