How to Cure Ear Infections
To cure ear infections, natural cures for are becoming more in demand. Ear infections are the most common illnesses in babies and young children. The infection affects the middle ear and is called otitis media. The tubes in the ears can become clogged with fluid and mucus.
Studies show that up to 58% of surgeries to place ear tubes are unneccessary and 90% of ear infections will clear up on their own. Ear infections are caused by viruses, not bacteria which required antibiotics. There are many safe and alternative treatments to cure ear infections.
Things You'll Need
- heat
- motrin
- coconut oil
- garlic-mullein
- glutathione
- probiotics
- echinacea
Instructions
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Earache pain and ear infections can be relieved very quickly by placing some warm coconut oil in the ear, applying heat to the outside of the ear with a warmed heating pad or rice pack, and taking an anti-inflammatory such as motrin.
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A blend of garlic-mullein and St. John's wort and placed in the ear will help to cure the ear infection. The combinaton is anti-inflammatory and also antibacterial.
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Glutathione nasal spray was shown to be successful 65% in eliminating fluid in the ears. Doctors recommend a daily dose for two weeks.
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Probiotics will help to build up immunity which will help prevent the ear infection to start with.
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