Ear infections are painful, frustrating, and common in both children and adults. They may follow a cold, sinus infection, allergy flare-up, swimming, wax buildup, or trapped moisture in the ear canal. Some infections resolve on their own, while others require medical care, especially when pain is severe, fever is high, hearing changes occur, or discharge is present.
Earth Clinic readers have long used natural remedies such as garlic oil, mullein oil, warm olive oil, hydrogen peroxide, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar and rubbing alcohol, colloidal silver, warm compresses, onion poultices, steam, xylitol, and diet changes. The key is choosing the right remedy for the right type of ear problem.
This guide explains the difference between middle ear infections, swimmer’s ear, clogged ears, wax buildup, and lingering middle-ear fluid; which remedies are used for each; and when it is safest to see a doctor.
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