Treating Ear Infections Just Got Easier With These Homemade Remedies

Ear infections can be debilitating, but they don’t always warrant antibiotics.  Ear infection which can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and even fungi affect both adults and young children. Ear pain can feel unbearable, making it difficult to sleep, eat, or do anything but think about the pain. Many children find it particularly difficult to deal with an earache.

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If left untreated, ear infections can spread to the jaw and other regions of the body. They may also damage the ear itself and can cause dangerously high fevers. Here are home remedies that can help treat ear infections.

1.Olive Oil

The use of olive oil for earaches is a folk remedy. There’s no hard scientific evidence to prove that drops of olive oil in your ear canal can soothe ear pain. But putting a few warmed drops of olive oil in the ear is safe and could be moderately effective. Make sure the olive oil is no warmer than your body temperature by using a thermometer.

2.Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is an anti-fungal, anti-bacterial properties. These can be applied as ear drops to reduce pain and discomfort. If you’re worried about sensitivity, you can mix a few drops of tea tree oil with a small amount of olive oil.

3.Ginger

Ginger has natural anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe pain from earaches. Apply ginger juice or strained oil that was warmed with ginger in it, around the outer ear canal. Do not put it directly into the ear.

4. Garlic

Garlic has both antibiotic and pain-relieving properties. Soak crushed garlic for several minutes in warm olive or sesame oil. Strain the garlic out and apply the oil into the ear canal.

5. Cold Or Warm Compresses

People often use ice packs or warm compresses, like damp cloth to relieve pain. The same can be done for ear pain. This method is safe for both children and adults. Place the ice pack or warm compress over the ear and alternate between warm and cold after 10 minutes. If you prefer either cold or warm, you can use just one compress.