many are getting terrible care.

I am the first to throw NS under the bus in terms of healthcare but the answer to a ringing ear of three weeks is usually not an ENT and ER. Have you tried A pharmacist? An antihistamine? Irrigation of your nose to cut down on the fluid from congestion collecting in your ears and causing discomfort? My family doctor suggests these steps for at least 6 weeks before being super concerned about ears, especially if I've gotten an exam. If you have anxiety, it will make it worse. As much as I appreciate pushing for a referral, I find it kind of excessive if you've seen a doctor every week for the last three weeks. This is my unsolicited opinion because the healthcare system is just as much a patients responsibility as the doctors.