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Remedies and cure for ear infection

How do I get rid of an ear infection?
( 6 Sep 2007)

Try the following remedies to treat ear infection -

  • To ease the ear pain caused due to ear infection warm water compresses works best. Place a bottle filled with warm water near the ear causing pain to ease the situation.
  • Tea tree oil has antibacterial properties.


    Few drops of tea tree oil would also work wonders for ear infection.
  • 2-3 drops of warm olive oil or warm mustard oil poured in ear would also be helpful in treating ear infections.
  • Do not prick the ear with toothpicks, finger or hair pins as it would increase the chances of infection.
  • Ear candles should be avoided as a treatment of ear infections due to its high risk of burns.
  • If the infection is too severe or if the problem still persists, consult a specialist to avoid any complications related it.  

For more information and home remedies refer this link -
www.home-remedies-for-you.com/remedy/Ear-infection.html

answered by S P on 11 Sep 2007, 4:57:29

 

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