Navigation
[TITLE]

[MESSAGE]

[BUTTONS]

Popular questions...

Content

What can be done at home to treat outer ear infections?

Applying a warm compress to the affected ear, or medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, may help to relieve any pain. In cases where a discharge is causing discomfort, cleaning the outer ear gently with cotton wool may help to keep the area clean. However, leaving cotton wool in the ear or inserting a cotton bud into the ear is not recommended. This can damage the skin and push debris further into the ear.

FAQ Frequently asked questions

Related topics

About this article

Author: Lauren Donley BSc (Hons)
First answered: 05 Dec 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Votes: 1115 (Click smiley face below to rate)
Category: Earache

×

Content goes in here.