US Medical Term · symptoms
Ear Pain
Dolor de oído
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Ear Pain |
| Spanish (Español) | Dolor de oído |
| Chinese (中文) | 耳痛 |
| Korean (한국어) | 귀 통증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đau tai |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Sakit sa tainga |
| Portuguese (Português) | Dor de ouvido |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | อาการปวดหู |
| Japanese (日本語) | 耳痛 |
What it means
Ear pain is discomfort or aching inside or around the ear. It can feel sharp, dull, or burning, and may be constant or come and go. The most common cause in children and adults is an ear infection (otitis media or otitis externa, also known as swimmer's ear). Other causes include wax buildup, sinus congestion, jaw problems such as TMJ disorder, throat infections, or a ruptured eardrum. Ear pain may also radiate from the jaw, throat, or neck. See a provider if the pain is severe or gets worse, is accompanied by hearing loss, discharge, fever, or dizziness, or does not improve within a day or two.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have had ear pain and pressure in my right ear for two days.
He tenido dolor y presión en mi oído derecho durante dos días.
My ear pain started after I was swimming yesterday.
El dolor de oído comenzó después de nadar ayer.
I have ear pain along with a sore throat and I feel like my hearing is muffled.
Tengo dolor de oído junto con dolor de garganta y siento que mi oído está tapado.
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Last reviewed: September 2026