Interoduction
Symptoms of Middle - ear Infection
Causes of otitis media or ear infection
Complications can happen if it is ignored
Prevention
Natural treatment of Otitis
Conclusion
Key take ways
Frequently asked Question
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Interoduction
The ear is the organ of hearing and one of the most important parts of the body. It is divided into three parts, the external parts,and the middle part or drum and the internal part. Ear being a very sensitive organ its inner structure is inaccessible. Sometimes infection due to its external espouser, The most serious of these conditions is a middle ear infection, also known as OTITIS media in the medical term.
Sometimes the air filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of the ear. Children are more likely than adults to get otitis.
Symptoms of Middle - ear Infection
In otitis media, inflammation occurs on that portion of the ear which is directly behind the ear drum. There are infections in the foam of pus into the outer ear. Affected, and hearing is considerably perforation of drum. In the case of children suppuration may start slowly without any reason. If the suppuration is left untreated, it may result in deafness.
Ear pain and trouble in sleeping.
Trouble in hearing due to blockage in the ear.
Heavy feeling or pressure in the ear.
Yellow or brown leakage from ear, and tingling voice in the ear.
Sometimes loss of appetite and fever.
Crying more than usually .
Headache and loss of balance while walking.
Causes of otitis media or ear infection
Middle ear infection generally follows the infection of the upper respiratory tract.
The swelling of the mucosa in the throat blocks the Eustachian tube which connects the ear with the throat and nose. The cause pus to collect in the middle ear cavity.
The real cause of middle ear infection is, however, the outcome of previous medical treatment of childhood fevers or due to surgery of the tonsils or given too many adenoids.
The disease denotes that toxins, which nature has been trying to throw off the usual channels of elimination, have been diverted back into the system and have been lodged in the middle ear structure.
The cause of the continual suppuration and discharge associated with the disease.
Complications can happen if it is ignored :
Ear infection happens again and again and you can be prone to impaired hearing.
When hearing impaired (temporary /permanent ) children may experience deley in speech.
Untreated infections can spread to other tissues in the skull and there are possibilities of (meningitis )
Prevention
Prevent common cold and other infections.
Avoid smoking and live in a smoke free environment.
Stay baby on breast feed rather than bottle feed.(otherwise used well clean bottles)
On time vaccination.
Natural treatment of Otitis
Cleanse the internal system :
Internal cleansing of the system is essential to get rid of toxins, which is the root cause of the trouble, and clear up the infection. For this detoxification process patient should be on an orange juice diluted with water for three to five days. In this process the second most important A warm water enema should be administered daily during this period to cleans the bowels. After the short juice fast, the patient should adopt an exclusive diet of fresh fruits for further week. Therefore, he may well-balanced diet, with emphasis on whole grain cereals, raw and lightly cooked vegetables and fresh fruits.
After the Detoxification :
Further short juice fast followed by an exclusive fruit diet should be undertaken at two or three monthly intervals, until the discharge has completely cleared up. Children can however, commence the treatment with an all - fruits diet, instead of juice fast, for four or five days, with two or three consecutive days at monthly intervals.
What to Avid in Diet.
The patient should avoid white flour, and food that made by it. And all sugery products like sweets, chocolates, direct and complex suger.
All sours like pickles, chutneys and condiments and flesh foods. An totally away from all foods that can cause of phlegm like milled rice, lentils and suger.
Heat therapy for middle - ear infection :
The pain of middle - ear infection can be relived by hot fomentations to side of the head over the ear or by hot foot bath. The procedure for this bath is take a tub and filled with hot water and mix some Epsom salt and dip foot at least 30 mins. Irrigation of the ear with very hot water temperature (120 to 130 °F) will also help relieve the ear pain.
Home Remedies for middle - ear infections :
Certain home remedies have been found beneficial in the treatment of earache and discharged from the ear resulting from middle - ear infection:-
1. Garlic for Middle ear infection :
Garlic is a popular and effective home remedy for earache. The most important of this is the use of Garlic. A few cloves should be warmed and mashed with salt. This mixture should be wrapped in cloth and placed at the affected ear.Simultaneously two or three cloves of garlic should be chewed daily for few days. It will give relief. One more method that I am using in my family is 2-3 cloves of galic roasted on hot tawa and chew whole it is very good Remdy for common cold for all ages.
Garlic oil-if garlic oil not available, a few peeled cloves of garlic can be put in a tablespoon of any sweet oil, except ground nut oil. This oil should be heated, till the oil becomes brown with charred garlic pieces. The oil should then be filtered and cooled and few drops should be put in the affected ear. This will give immediate relief.
2. Neem Oil for Middle :
Ear infection : Neem oil has been found effective infection and inflammation of the ear. Put one to two drops into affected ear. It will be beneficial for earache.
3. Onion Rus for Otitis:
Onion is beneficial in the treatment of pus in the ear. Onion has properties that can cleans the pus from ear. The fresh juice extracted from an clean onion should be slightly warmed and directly put in the ear two to three times a day. It wil bring good results and remove the all pus from the ear and you will feel light.
4 The use of Brest milk :
The use of brest milk is a papular Remedy for inflammatory condition of the ear. Put a few drops into the affected ear for relief . Mother's Milk would be preferable, but if it is not available, the milk of any healthy lactating women can be used.
5.Ginger for otitis pain :
ginger is also very good home remedy with its anti-inflammatory properties that may help in reduce swelling and pain due to infection. Apply few drops of ginger juice around the outer ear, ( be careful, though, not to allow it to go into the actual ear canal)
6. Excercise :
patient should undertake regular Excercise and outdoor games. Fresh air and sun bathing are vital importance. The patient should sit in the sun so that sunlight penetrates the inner part of the ear for 15 minutes, it will be help stop the discharge of pus from the ear.
conclusion:
Ear infections can cause considerable discomfort, but with the right home remedies, you can find relief while supporting the body's natural healing process. From using warm compresses and natural oils like garlic or olive oil, these methods can help reduce symptoms. However, while home remedies can alleviate mild ear infections, timely care is essential to avoid complications such as hearing loss or eardrum rupture.
Key takeaways:
Warm compress: Applying a warm compress to the affected ear can soothe the pain and reduce swelling.
Olive and garlic oil: A few drops of warm olive or garlic oil can help reduce discomfort in the ear.
Ginger and onion have also proved to be very helpful and can be used to relieve ear pain.
Fresh air and sunlight are also available. The patient should continue to exercise lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I use the oil for an ear infection?
A: Yes, not using ground nut oil. Other oils have antibacterial properties that can help relieve symptoms of an ear infection. Oil is said to be the same as before
Q: Are ear infections contagious?
A: No, but viruses or bacteria that cause ear infections, such as colds or flu, can spread from person to person.
Q: Can I swim if I have an ear infection?
Answer: It is best to avoid swimming until your ear infection is completely healed. Water in the ear can increase the infection
Q: How can I prevent ear infections?
Answer: You can do this by practicing good hygiene, eating a good diet, avoiding smoking, living in a good environment, and staying up-to-date on vaccinations.
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