Remedy For Ear Ache! By Jerry H.Hall At Isnare.com Ezine Articles

Remedy 1:
This popular earache remedy involves a whole roasted onion and a piece of cloth. After the onion cools, it is wrapped in the cloth and placed over the ear. This procedure is continued until the pain stops. Onions, like garlic, have an antibiotic effect and may help when the earache is caused by bacteria (as with "external otitis," or "swimmer's ear").

Remedy 2:
The Chinese obtain fresh peppermint juice by wrapping the leaves, pounding them, and squeezing out the oil. A few drops of the oil, which is antibacterial, is then used to relieve earaches.

Remedy 3:
In Russia, patients with earaches are told to place a peeled clove of garlic in their ears. The clove is held in place with a piece of cotton. Warning: Particularly stubborn earaches may require alternate treatments, since garlic placed against the skin for an extended period can act as an irritant and may cause the same kind of dermatitis and otitis associated with "swimmer's ear."

Remedy 4:
Grind a few Holy basil leaves and extract some juice. Apply 2 drops inside the ear.

Remedy 5:
Boil 3-4 cloves of Garlic in some water. Mash them and add a pinch of salt. Wrap this poultice in a flannel or woolen cloth and place on the aching ear.

If your ear ache is acute, consult your doctor promptly. Your doctor may prescribe one or more medications. It is important that all the medication be taken as directed and that any follow-up visits be kept. Often, antibiotics to fight the infection will make the earache go away rapidly, but the infection may need more time to clear up. So, be sure that the medication is taken for the full time your doctor has indicated. Other medications that your doctor may prescribe include an antihistamine (for allergies), a decongestant (especially with a cold), or both.

Sometimes the doctor may recommend a medication to reduce fever and/or pain. Analgesic ear drops can ease the pain of an earache. Call your doctor if you have any questions about you or your child’s medication or if symptoms do not clear.

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