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What can i do to take care of a ear infection with out medicine?

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Dr. Sanford Archer answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

OTC: Talking about a middle ear infection, the ear connects with the throat through the eustachian tube. If you could open up the tube, the ear infection might improve. Try a decongestant, saline nasal sprays and popping your ears like you are on an airplane.

Answered 5/6/2013

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