Ear Infections - Other Treatment
Allergy treatment can help children who have allergies and who also have frequent ear infections. Allergy testing isn't suggested unless children have signs of allergies.
Some people use herbal remedies, such as echinacea and garlic oil capsules, to treat ear infections. There is no scientific evidence that these therapies work. If you are thinking about using these therapies for your child's ear infection, talk with your doctor.
Understanding Ear Infection -- Symptoms
In adults: Earache (either a sharp, sudden pain or a dull, continuous pain) A sharp stabbing pain with immediate warm drainage from the ear canal Nasal congestion may accompany or precede an ear infection but is not a symptom of it A feeling of fullness in the ear Nausea may accompany an earache Muffled hearing Ear drainage In children: Tugging at the ear Poor sleep Fever Irritability, restlessness Ear drainage Nasal discharge Diminished appetite ...
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