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    Ear ache and Swelling

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms ear ache and swelling including Poison ivy, oak, and sumac, Cellulitis, and Insect bites.

    There are 7 conditions associated with ear ache and swelling. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Poison ivy, oak, and sumac

      The toxin found in poison ivy, oak, and sumac causes an itchy, allergic rash with raised welts and blisters.

    • Cellulitis

      Cellulitis, a bacterial infection of the skin, causes red, tender skin that is usually swollen and warm.

    • Insect bites

      Redness, swelling, pain, itching, bumps are common symptoms of insect bites.

    • Insect sting

      An insect sting may be followed by redness, swelling, and itching.

    • Chemical burns

      A chemical burn can cause symptoms ranging from burning and blisters to pain and shortness of breath.

    • Burn (heat or fire)

      Burns caused by heat are called thermal burns and can cause pain swelling, skin changes, blisters and more.

    • Osteomyelitis (bone infection)

      Osteomyelitis is an infection of a bone that causes pain, swelling, and redness.

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