How to Relieve Ear Pain
Things You'll Need
- Wet wash cloth Chewing gum Ear drops or olive oil Over-the-counter pain reliever (i.e., Tylenol or Advil)
Instructions
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Apply a wet wash cloth to the outside of the ear for 20 minutes at a time.
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Chew gum to help relieve pain and pressure secondary to an ear infection.
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Apply ear drops or olive oil to the ear. The doctor may also prescribe prescription ear drops.
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Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol or Advil.
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Sit upright if the pressure is worse when lying down.
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