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Monday, 10 September 2012

Ear ache


What is Ear ache?


Earache is the result of infection in the ear area. The middle of the ear is normally filled with air. But during a cold, fluid or mucus gets accumulated in the middle ear and may get infected by bacteria, which leads to ear pain. Even infections that affect the ear nerves can be a cause for earache. There are quite a number of reasons for the earache to occur, and all the symptoms have to be dealt with prompt medical care.

Common Causes of Ear ache
  • Blockage in the ear tube (Eustachian tube)
  • Tooth infection such as abscessed teeth
  • Objects stuck in the ear 
  • Damage to the eardrum
  • Sinusitis
  • Earwax
  • Arthritis
  • Ear injury
  • Tonsilitis
  • Pharyngitis
Home Remedies for Ear ache: 
Tip 1: 
Grind a few Holy basil leaves and extract some juice. Apply 2 drops inside the ear.

Tip 2:
 
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.

1 comment:

  1. Hello, thanks for this informative post. It broadened my view about earache and its treatment.
    Earache treatment

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