Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DOEar pain has numerous causes. Most are treatable, though some are serious.

The most common type of ear infection is a middle ear infection, which occurs when fluid builds up behind the eardrum. A healthcare provider typically prescribes antibiotics, pain relievers ...

What is swimmer’s ear? Swimmer's ear is a redness or swelling (inflammation), irritation, or infection of your outer ear canal. The ear canal is a tube that goes from the opening of the ear to the ...