What Are the Symptoms of an\nEarache? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hamptonroadsent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/iStock-865687782-1280x853.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nEar pain is a pain in one or both ears that may be dull, sharp, or burning. It can be constant or intermittent, and is most common in children<\/a>.\u00a0Symptoms will vary depending upon the cause of the ear pain; however, symptoms may include redness, swelling, fever, fullness or pressure, itching, drainage, decreased hearing, tinnitus (ringing in\u00a0one or both\u00a0ears)\u00a0and drainage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you are experiencing severe ear\npain, dizziness, headache, a discharge of blood or pus from the ear, swelling,\nand facial muscle weakness, seek medical attention. If pain does not dissipate\nin 24 to 48 hours or worsens, or your symptoms continue, see a doctor. A sudden\ndecrease in severe pain also warrants medical attention, as it may indicate a\nruptured eardrum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
How Are Earaches\nTreated? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Since there are many causes of\nearaches, treatment will depend on the cause. Treating the cause should relieve ear pain\nin most situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the meantime, there are steps you can take to treat ear pain at home. Apply a cold, wet washcloth to the ear for at least twenty minutes.\u00a0Lay on the side with the ear that doesn\u2019t hurt closest to the ground.\u00a0\u00a0Sit in an upright position to reduce ear pressure, chew on something to help relieve pain, and use over-the-counter pain relievers. Eardrops can also be administered unless you suspect an eardrum perforation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To help prevent earaches, refrain from inserting objects in your ears. Dry your ears thoroughly after bathing or swimming, avoid tobacco smoke, and reduce your exposure to allergy triggers<\/a> such as pollen and dust.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\nCall our Hampton office at (757) 825-2500<\/span><\/a> or our Williamsburg office at (757) 253-8722<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What Causes Earaches? Ear pain, commonly referred to as an earache,\u00a0is a common complaint and can result from infection, poor Eustachian tube function, or temporomandibular joint problems (TMJ).\u00a0Other causes include ear trauma, perforated eardrum, sinus infection, sudden changes in pressure, excess buildup of earwax, sore throat, shampoo or water in the ear, tooth infection, arthritis of the…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":152,"menu_order":12,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=none] | Ear infections occur more often in children, and are easiest to treat when diagnosed early. Schedule a visit if you have symptoms.","_seopress_robots_index":"","schema":"
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nEar pain is a pain in one or both ears that may be dull, sharp, or burning. It can be constant or intermittent, and is most common in children<\/a>.\u00a0Symptoms will vary depending upon the cause of the ear pain; however, symptoms may include redness, swelling, fever, fullness or pressure, itching, drainage, decreased hearing, tinnitus (ringing in\u00a0one or both\u00a0ears)\u00a0and drainage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are experiencing severe ear\npain, dizziness, headache, a discharge of blood or pus from the ear, swelling,\nand facial muscle weakness, seek medical attention. If pain does not dissipate\nin 24 to 48 hours or worsens, or your symptoms continue, see a doctor. A sudden\ndecrease in severe pain also warrants medical attention, as it may indicate a\nruptured eardrum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Since there are many causes of\nearaches, treatment will depend on the cause. Treating the cause should relieve ear pain\nin most situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In the meantime, there are steps you can take to treat ear pain at home. Apply a cold, wet washcloth to the ear for at least twenty minutes.\u00a0Lay on the side with the ear that doesn\u2019t hurt closest to the ground.\u00a0\u00a0Sit in an upright position to reduce ear pressure, chew on something to help relieve pain, and use over-the-counter pain relievers. Eardrops can also be administered unless you suspect an eardrum perforation.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n To help prevent earaches, refrain from inserting objects in your ears. Dry your ears thoroughly after bathing or swimming, avoid tobacco smoke, and reduce your exposure to allergy triggers<\/a> such as pollen and dust.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n Call our Hampton office at (757) 825-2500<\/span><\/a> or our Williamsburg office at (757) 253-8722<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What Causes Earaches? Ear pain, commonly referred to as an earache,\u00a0is a common complaint and can result from infection, poor Eustachian tube function, or temporomandibular joint problems (TMJ).\u00a0Other causes include ear trauma, perforated eardrum, sinus infection, sudden changes in pressure, excess buildup of earwax, sore throat, shampoo or water in the ear, tooth infection, arthritis of the…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":152,"menu_order":12,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=none] | Ear infections occur more often in children, and are easiest to treat when diagnosed early. Schedule a visit if you have symptoms.","_seopress_robots_index":"","schema":"How Are Earaches\nTreated? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n