Best Way to Treat Ear Infection without Going to the Doctor?
Ear infections should not be ignored no matter how mild one may perceive them as. They tend to be very painful and are often as a result of bacterial or viral infections in the middle ear. They occur mostly in children compared to adults. Some of the contributing factors include wax build up in the ear, respiratory tract infections, environmental and food allergies, lack of proper nutritional care, and even internal injuries. The symptoms include pain in the ear, discomfort and ear tugging, poor response to sound, sleeplessness, fever and headache may also be experienced in the advanced stages. Inner ear infections tend to be more fatal and can even result into hearing impairment if immediate treatment is not considered. If the infection is not treated in good time, it can spread to the eardrum thus impairing it, recurrence can also be observed if not treated effectively. It is always advisable to consult a medical doctor but for fast relief at home, here are some of the remedies that can be applied at home to offer relief from pain in the ear.
* Fresh onion juice- onion is a common vegetable in any household setting therefore it can be used for its medicinal values. To make the treatment cut a small onion and place it in a bowl, put it in the microwave for two minutes and allow it to cool. Extract its juice in a clean bowl and using a dropper put about 2 to 3 drops in the infected ear. After some time turn your head to drain off any excess onion juice and wipe off.
* Table salt- this is perhaps the most available options in many households. Begin by placing the bowl with some salt in the microwave and heat it for about five minutes. Put the hot salt inside a piece of clothing so that it does not burn your skin lay down with the clothing placed near the infected ear for up to 10 minutes. Repeat until relief is felt in the affected ear. The dry slat will help draw fluid from the ear and reduce inflammation and pain.
* Garlic clove- garlic is known for its natural anti-bacterial and also its pain relieving properties this makes it an effective treatment for ear infections at home. Obtain a fresh garlic clove and crush it using a cooking stick and pestle, mix it with a few drops of olive oil to make a liquid. Using a dropper put a few drops in the affected ear at least twice a day and the pain will be gone in 2 to 3 days.

Conclusion
Before treating an ear infection it is important to establish the severity of the problem. Homemade treatments may not be effective in case the infection is at an advanced stage. If the ear infection is not severe, treatment can be made using garlic with olive oil. Garlic being a natural anti-bacterial treatment is mashed and mixed with a few drops of olive oil and then using ear dropper put a few drops in the affected ear. The infection should clear in 2 to 3 days.

