What is the cure for an ear infection?

Answer by  julianhill (85)

An ear infection is treated by taking a course of a broad spectrum antibiotic such as penicillin or doxycycline if you are allergic to penicillin. See your doctor.

Answer by  JC74 (63)

Draining of the ear canal by a physician is routine procedure to cure an ear infection. Sometimes antibiotics are used, unless the infection is viral. Time heals all wounds, but delaying is not advised in special needs population or those whose infections may result in hearing loss. Avoid swimming, second-hand smoke and always wash your hands to avoid spreading infection.

Answer by  nursebrenda (27)

Antibiotics are the best cure for any infection. A doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to be taken by mouth, ear drops, or a combination of both.

Answer by  fishy (1085)

The best cure for an ear infection is usually an oral antibiotic prescribed by a doctor after diagnosis. The ear infection pain is caused by pressure behind the ear drum as a result of the infection, the only way to alleviate the pain is to get rid of the cause which is the infection, antibiotics fight infection.

Answer by  Dustin (359)

If you have an ear infection you need to see a doctor to get antibiotics to stop the infection. You also need to rinse the ear with water and peroxide.

Answer by  heavensent (241)

The cure for an ear infection is to first avoid cleaning your ear with cotton buds. Eardrops is used or a physician may prescribe antibiotics. If pain is unbearable, pain relievers are given. Hot compress using a soft, clean hand towel may help. If condition worsens, surgery may be performed.

Answer by  nnohure (155)

There is no real cure for an ear infection, however, it can be treated in many ways. The best way would be to maximize your immune system by increasing vitamin c intake. Make sure you have a healthy diet and increase zinc and calcium intake.