● Ear, nose and throat
Ear pain and swimmer’s ear
Tell the doctor about swimming, discharge, fever, hearing change and pain. The ear canal and eardrum often need physical examination, so the consultation may result in a local-care recommendation.

Often discussed
- Swimmer’s ear and outer-ear irritation
- Middle-ear infection symptoms
- Sore throat, sinus pain and congestion
- Safe pain relief and warning signs
When examination matters
Severe pain, trauma, sudden hearing loss, swelling behind the ear or persistent discharge should be assessed in person promptly.