How to Cure an Ear Ache Quickly
An ear ache is most likely caused by a bacterial infection, resulting from excess moisture in the ear canal. Ear aches can also accompany the common cold. Avoid expensive or time-consuming treatments and relieve your aching ears quickly and easily. This guide shows you how to effectively and efficiently rid yourself of an ear ache.
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Instructions
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Run the tap water for a minute until luke warm.
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Soak the wash cloth with the luke-warm water. Turn off the water.
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Ring out the wash cloth.
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Stuff the wash cloth at the bottom of a drinking glass.
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Place the glass against your ear for five minutes.
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Place four to five drops of hydrogen peroxide in your ear with an eyedropper if the pain persists.
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Lay on your side for 15 minutes, with the ear in question facing the ceiling.
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Wipe up the excess hydrogen peroxide with a paper towel.
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Tips & Warnings
You can simply use a hot washcloth directly against the ear for five minutes instead of the added step of using a glass if you prefer, creating a hot compress.
Mineral oil can be used in place of the hydrogen peroxide.
If your ear ache persists for more than a couple hours, visit your doctor as soon as you can. There may be a more serious problem at hand than an at-home remedy can cure.
