What causes ear pain?
The common causes of ear pain are as follows: Any particle stuck in the ear Infection in the middle ear or outer ear Pressure changes Sinus infection Tooth infection Arthritis Sore throat Arthritis of the jaw Swimming (called swimmer’s ear)
Alternative remedies
Ayurvedic remedies:
- Pouring few drops of ‘Balathailam’ can help greatly.
Home remedies:- Blowing air using an air dryer at low setting can help relieve the pain.
- If the earache were caused because of high altitudes, then chewing gum would help.
- If the earache is caused due to swimming then put few drops of mineral oil into the ear.
Aromatherapy:
The following essential oils can help relieve ear pain:- Chamomile
- Lavender
Food Therapy:- One or two cloves of raw garlic if eaten everyday can cure earache. Garlic has natural antiviral and antibiotic qualities.
Homeopathy:
The following herbs play an important role in subsiding earaches:- Belladonna
- Mercurius
- Pulsatilla
Yoga:- Shunya mudra (gesture) has a positive effect in curing earache.
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