2007-02-19 15:50:49 · 15 answers · asked by Betty G. 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
There are actually home remedies. Antibiotics only work if it's bacterial infection. And unfortunately, you then can get into a vicious cycle of infection, drugs, infection, etc. because antibiotics kill off the good bacteria that help fight infections. When our son gets a sore ear, or even fluid in his ear, we give him drops made of vegetable glycerin, tea tree oil, GSE (Grapefruit Seed Extract) and lavender oil. We got the exact recipe from a nutritionist herbalist, so I suggest you definitely see a practitioner like this or do some searching. Doctor should have a look to determine what it is. Hearing can be affected by fluid in the ear, but it doesn't mean he will lose his hearing permanently, as some people are suggesting--get professional advice.
2007-02-19 16:30:30 · answer #1 · answered by kammie42001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your Dr. may give an antibiotic, but most ear infections are viral. You can try to elevate his bed on one end to help with the drainage. That helps my 6 month old. The Dr. could also give you some ear drop medicine to help with pain relief.
2007-02-19 16:08:22 · answer #2 · answered by christianforChrist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should take him to the doctor immediately. If you can't get him in to the doctor right away, then give him tylenol for the pain. He needs antibiotics to clear up an ear infection and doctors can only perscribe that.
2007-02-19 16:00:04 · answer #3 · answered by stoney7786 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If there is fluid in the ear take him to the doctor. An ear infection is very serious. He could lose his hearing .If there is no fluid in the ear you can get ear drops at the drug store.
2007-02-19 15:56:47 · answer #4 · answered by leaving.florida 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why do you come here for medical advice? Dear, Take you child to your family Pediatrition...He/She has gone through 6years+ of college Educatoin, knows your baby, and is much more qualified to answer your question about an ear infection then most of us here on Yahoo Answers.
2007-02-19 16:00:58 · answer #5 · answered by Firesoul 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take the child to the doctor .please . The little one could need anitbiotics and possibly a mild pain medication, to put in the ear or orally. Ear infections are nothing to be casual about. Good Luck.
2007-02-19 16:01:46 · answer #6 · answered by LIly 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Antibiotics from the doctor, also make sure he lays with his head down on that side to help any fluid drainage. Good luck and maybe some baby tylenol!
2007-02-19 16:02:56 · answer #7 · answered by tylw85 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He needs antibiotics. My Daughter (now 13) use to have reoccurring ear infections. If you wait too late your son can lose his hearing.
2007-02-19 15:57:04 · answer #8 · answered by KinWin 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need antibiotics my dear, thats whats gonna clear an infection. i dont think there are any home treatments besides pain killers.
2007-02-19 15:59:43 · answer #9 · answered by Snake 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to the pediatrician. They will give you a prescription for Amoxacillin. It is an oral medication that is given twice daily for ten days.
2007-02-19 16:39:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋