I have had a sore throat for 3 days that is getting worse, with a sharp pain when I swallow, and as of today, I also have pain in my ear. What can I do?

If you have had a sore throat for 3 days that is getting worse and it hurts when you swallow, and now you are experiencing ear pain, it is important to see a doctor. It could be a bacterial infection that may require antibiotics. In the meantime, stay hydrated, take pain medication like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, and try to see a doctor as soon as possible.

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I have had a sore throat for 3 days that is getting worse, with a sharp pain when I swallow, and as of today, I also have pain in my ear. What can I do?

If you have had a sore throat for 3 days that is getting worse and it hurts when you swallow, and now you are experiencing ear pain, it is important to see a doctor. It could be a bacterial infection that may require antibiotics. In the meantime, stay hydrated, take pain medication like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, and try to see a doctor as soon as possible.