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A 36-year-old male asked:

Is there a way to drain fluid from middle ear at home? no insurance hoping for home remedy. recurring issue may be eustachian tube related.

1 doctor answer1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Hunter Handsfield
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
No home remedy: There is no home remedy for this. But ask your doctor about decongestant medications or anti-inflammatory drugs that might promote drainage through the eustachian tube without requiring an expensive procedure. Good luck.
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