I have a sore throat only when I swallow, and the pain radiates to my left ear! What can I do?

If you are experiencing pain in your throat when swallowing and the pain extends to your left ear, it is likely a viral throat infection. Symptoms may include a burning sensation and difficulty swallowing, but typically do not include a fever. To help alleviate the symptoms, you can try using throat lozenges and Advil tablets, which have anti-inflammatory properties. These measures should help reduce the burning sensation and the symptoms should improve on their own within about a week.