Home Remedies for Ear Infections.
How can I treat an ear infection myself? Ear infections & earaches are reported more amongst children than in adults. There are various causes for an infection – viral or bacterial infection, wax build-up, moisture build-up, allergies, and even yeast infections . The following are natural home remedies for ear infections earaches & that can help reduce the swelling and pain without having to swallow painkillers.
1. Breast Milk
If you are treating an infant, this is perhaps the best antidote for an ear infection and pain. Breast milk has natural antibodies that help speed up the healing process of any ailment, including ear infection. This remedy is great for immediate relief from inflammation and acute ear pain. Using the dropper, pour a few drops of breast milk into the infected ear at the entrance of the ear canal.
2. Onion Juice
Onion is avoided by many for its pungent odor and the fact that it tears up the eyes. However it has extensive medicinal properties. Warm onion juice can help relieve ear infection and swelling. It will draw the fluid out and heal the infection quicker. Warm or heat a small onion, preferably in an oven and strain the juice. Put several drops into the affected ear and after several minutes slightly tilt your head downwards to allow the liquid to flow out.
3. Salt Sock Or Rice
Heat 1/2 cup sea salt in a pan or microwave for five minutes.
Put the salt into the sock and tie it into a ball by closing the open end with a band. Wait till it is bearably hot. Tilt your head slightly and gently place this on the ear or you could lie down with the salt sock under your ear. Alternatively, use rice as a warm compress in the same fashion. Remember, rice will take longer to cool, so make sure you check how hot the sock is before you place it on your ear.
4. Garlic & Olive Oil
Garlic is known for its antibacterial properties. This is due a compound called Allicin that is present in it. Olive oil has anti-inflammatory properties and also soothes the skin. Cook 2 or 3 garlic cloves for a few minutes in the olive oil.
Strain the oil and let it cool down a bit. Put a few drops into the infected ear for relief.
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