Earache: Treatment Options
There are many different treatments for the ear that depend on your condition. Treatments range from:
- Home remedies
- Non-surgical treatments
- Antibiotics
- Over the counter medications
- Surgical treatments
YourENThealth.com recommends that you consult with your doctor early to discuss your treatment options since most ear infections are generally not serious. Prompt treatment will help keep the condition from becoming more serious.
Remember
Ear infections rarely need to be treated in the hospital. Most can be handled in an office setting. Exceptions requiring hospital treatment can include:
- illness in an infant under 3 months
- illness in an infant who is becoming lethargic or running a very high fever (101ºF or higher)
- severe headache, stiffness of the neck, or swelling in the neck may represent a complication of an ear infection and may require immediate attention.