★★★★★
I saw results the first day and I was able to sleep without any pain in my ear. I'm so glad I don't have to keep going to urgent care for this, as this is a recurring problem since I produce too much wax in my ears and therefore end up getting frequent ear infections as a result.
Pau d'Arco
★★★★★
To my surprise it worked like a charm, the pain subsidized by half and was able to sleep through the night and catch my 4 am flight. I kept putting in about 10 drops every two hours until the pain completely disappeared in about 4 days. Once I got home I got on the net and read that Pau d'Arco is in fact a very strong bacteria and fungal inhibitor and the best way to actually use it when combating a ear infection is by warming up a little bit of olive oil and adding some Pau d'Arco (tincture form, they have water and alcohol) drops in the warm oil in order to separate the water and alcohol content from the herb. That way you get the Pau d'Arco drops without water and alcohol which may aggravate the infection.
I was so angry that this had happened the last evening I was on vacation but was very grateful to not have been seen by a doctor after the Pau d'Arco had worked. It was in a matter of days that I was able to gain my hearing back and no more pain. I know the harmful effects of antibiotics, I went through hell with C.diff, a resistant bug I came down after I took a course of antibiotics. I am blessed to know that we have many other options besides the pharmaceutical drugs that cause much harm.
Cigarette Smoke
★★★★★
★★★★★
Vinegar
★★★★★
This is what I always do when I have an ear infection and it works every time, no matter how mild or severe the infection is.
Step 1: Take some vinegar. Dilute it to 50% vinegar and 50% warm water (just a few degrees above your normal body temperature).
Step 2:Tilt your head and poor in the vinegar water until your ear canal is full. Keep the vinegar water in there for 5 seconds and then dump it out.
Step 3: repeat step 2 at least twice.
Step 4: clean out your ears with a Q-tip (which are ear-cleaning cotton swabs on sticks)
Do these steps every day until your ear infection hasn't returned for 2 days. You can "vinegar up" your ears as often or as little as you like. If you're home all day, go ahead and wash out your ears with vinegar water on an hourly basis- you'll recover to full health in your ears faster this way.
And I do mean it cures "severe ear infections. " You may be doubled over in pain, deaf in both ears, and have been suffering with the infection for more than a month (as my mom was before she discovered this cure)- but if you follow the above instructions, you'll return to normal within a week.
Rubbing Alcohol and White Vinegar
Cigarette Smoke
★★★★★
Steaming Washcloth in Mug
★★★★★
Hydrogen Peroxide
Cigarette Smoke
★★★★★
Urine
★★★★★
I saw this page, and wondered why I didn't see this rememdy. Yes, most people I mention it to look at me like I'm crazy, and I understand that. And all I can say is that I've done this three or four times and it worked like a charm. The last time I had an ear ache, I peed in a cup and poured some in my ear, just as you would do with hydrogen peroxide. I laid on my side and let it sit for a few minutes. Within minutes, my ear ache was gone, and never returned. Like I said, I've only done this maybe four times over many years, but I would definetely do it again. I would think, of course, that if you are what you eat, and you eat terribly, then your urine may be toxic! Besides that, I may be a little crazy to do what I did, but I heard it from somewhere, and now you're hearing it from me. It was like presto fix-o!
Rubbing Alcohol and White Vinegar
★★★★★
Thus one-third distilled water, one-third white vinegar and one-third isopropyl alcohol could be a more effective mixture.
Even if there is water in the mixture, your ear will dry out and right after application you will feel your ear canal to become warm. Some people even warm the solution between their hands before using it. I would not use a Q-tip, but apply a few droplets the solution with a medicine dropper (taking care not to let the dropper touch the ear or anything else).
Tilt the head to one side add two to three droplets, then gently massage the ear in a circular motion to ensure penetration, and allow the medication to sit for some minutes before lifting the head upright. I am not sure this recipe helps when you have a very bad infection, but it DOES work when you have some irritation and/or water in your ear.
After your ear feels normal again you can stop with the treatment (usually,after one to several days). It is a cheap recipe, so to keep it potent you can make a new batch of it monthly if you need to use it often.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Vinegar
★★★★★
Hydrogen Peroxide
Why Cold Fluid in the Ear Might Cause Fainting or Nausea:
- The vestibular system is directly connected to the brainstem, which controls many involuntary functions like heart rate and blood pressure. When the brain receives confusing signals (e.g., from cold water in the ear), it might misinterpret these as a real change in head position.
- This can trigger a dizziness or nausea response, especially if the brain struggles to process the conflicting information.
- In rare cases, extreme stimulation of the vestibular system can cause fainting (known as vasovagal syncope), where the body's reaction to the perceived imbalance lowers blood pressure and heart rate.
Nausea/vomiting can occur because the brain interprets the disorienting sensation from the vestibular system as a possible sign of illness, triggering the body's response to clear out the "poison" (vomiting) even when there's no actual toxin.
This reaction is most commonly associated with a test called the caloric test, which is used to assess inner ear function. However, generally speaking, it's advised to avoid putting cold fluids in your ear unless it's under medical supervision or for specific treatments, like ear irrigation, as it can lead to discomfort.
If you need to put a liquid in your ear it's generally recommended to use liquids that are at body temperature, or slightly warmer. This is because liquids that are too cold or too hot can cause discomfort and might disrupt the balance system in your inner ear. Lukewarm water (about 98.6°F or 37°C) is typically safe and won't cause these adverse reactions. If you're using a liquid for ear irrigation or cleaning, ensure it's the right temperature to avoid any discomfort or risk of dizziness.
Hydrogen Peroxide
★★★★★
Yesterday i woke up with a horrific earache - it just came out of nowhere. It was making me dizzy and nauseous.
I am a stay at home mom of 3 little boys - i don't have time to be out of commission.
So - i came here as usual and found the Hydrogen peroxide remedy. i poured about a eighth of a cap-full (3 ml), tilted my head and poured it in. It was rather uncomfortable, mainly because of the liquid being in my sensitive ear, and the bubbling.... LOTS of bubbling :) But i don't think it was so bad that i couldn't do it on the kids.
anyway - i did it about once every 2-3 hours totaling 3 times. The last time was right before i went to bed.
I woke up this morning feeling 100%!
**other things i was also doing: GSE and Oregano oil in water to kill it from the inside, and immune boosting herbs. (if you use gse/oregano oil, please look up dosage info first!!!)****
Coconut Oil and Garlic
★★★★★
Allow the oil to cool down to a warm level. Use a dropper to pour a drop or two into the ear while lying down. Lie down for a few minutes to allow the oil to go down deep into the painful ear.
Caution: Allow oil to cool to bearable level - use your cleaned finger to test. Do not use more than a drop or two of the warmed oil.
Do not worry this is a routine home remedy here in India.
