Fight off Earaches with the Homeopathic Touch

This article is for educational purposes only and not intended to replace the advice of your physician or health care provider. Speak to your doctor if you think that your condition may be serious, before discontinuing any medication that has been prescribed for you, or before starting any new treatment.

If the chilling cold and autumn winds bring earaches, you're not alone. Earaches or ear infections often caused by bacterial or viral infections become a customary affair, particularly in the colder months. Could you possibly see relief in Homeopathy? Let's delve into it!

What's Behind Your Earache

Earaches commonly occur in children, with infections developing behind the ear drum leading to inflammation. The small canal connecting their middle ear and the upper respiratory tract, known as the Eustachian tubes, is narrower - thus more prone to infections.

There are two distinct types of ear infections - Acute Otitis Media and Otitis Media with Effusion; the former results in swelling and redness around the ear drum due to trapped fluid or mucus. The latter, on the other hand, referred to as 'glue ear', occurs post-ear infection. Both these ailments can considerably affect hearing.

If you have difficulty hearing for a prolonged period of time, it's worth consulting your GP to monitor your hearing levels. Likewise, children prone to repeated ear infections or earaches should consult a professional homeopath.

Pinpointing the Symptoms

Ear pain, fever, loss of balance, decreased appetite could all indicate a middle ear infection. Additionally, difficulty in hearing due to viral infections usually resolves within 24-48 hours. Constant earaches, frequent colds, chesty coughs imply an underlying constitutional weakness for which a homeopath's consultation is recommended.

Homeopathy to the Rescue, here’s How

While an ENT specialist evaluation could prove beneficial, homeopathic remedies like Aconite, Apis, Belladona, Chamomilla, Pulsatilla, Silica have been identified as useful for earache treatments, varying from different types of pain to the skin condition.

For instance, Aconite aids in dealing with abrupt high-pain earaches, especially when exposed to cold/dry weather. Pulsatilla, on the other hand, is suitable for jerking, tearing pain - easing the mood through affection and warmth.

If the earache decreases abruptly, replaced by the appearance of pus discharging from the ear, it might indicate a burst eardrum. Don't panic! The eardrum will heal as the infection subsides. However, the type of pus will decide the subsequent remedy required, whether it’s Hepar sulphuris discharging yellow pus or Kali muriaticum with sticky white pus.

Stepping up the Game for Chronic Cases

Do note, 'first aid' homeopathic remedies might fall short for long-time illness and a professional evaluation will be needed. 'glue ear' can also benefit from homeopathic remedies such as Kali muriaticum or Pulsatilla.

Remember, a balanced approach considering the individual's past medical and family history is an imperative aspect of homeopathy treatment.

So, the next time the biting cold triggers your earache, consider turning to this natural treatment!

Remember, all remedies should be taken as per a homeopathy professional's guidance to ensure safety and efficacy. Contact Ulrike to book a full consultation and receive a tailored prescription.

Ulrike Holzer LSECH MSCH MARH

Registered Homeopath