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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nEar infections are a common cause of ear pain when swallowing. The middle ear is connected to the top of the back of the throat by the Eustachian tube<\/a>. The Eustachian tube is responsible for balancing pressure in and draining fluid from the middle ear. When the Eustachian tubes become swollen and blocked, mucus builds up in the middle ear and can become infected, leading to the symptoms of an ear infection<\/a>, including pain when swallowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Five out of six children<\/a> will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. While adults can get ear infections, children have smaller Eustachian tubes that are more prone to becoming swollen and blocked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To treat an ear infection, your ENT specialist will likely prescribe antibiotics if the infection causes severe discomfort or does not improve within one week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Throat infections such as tonsilitis or pharyngitis can cause inflammation in the throat and ears, leading to painful swallowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Treatment for a throat infection varies depending on the type of infection. For example, when treating tonsilitis, your ENT provider may prescribe antibiotics if the infection is bacterial. If it is viral, they will likely suggest home remedies,<\/a> including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your throat infection is causing painful swallowing<\/a> or other negative symptoms, make an appointment with your ENT specialist to find the best treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThroat Infections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n