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While severe or persistent ear pain needs medical attention, a few quick at home hacks can offer instant relief and help reduce discomfort safely and naturally. Here are six simple tricks you can try right away. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Warm Compress: Placing a warm cloth or heating pad over the ear boosts circulation and relaxes surrounding tissues, easing pain caused by congestion or fluid build up. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Elevate Your Head: Sleeping or sitting with your head raised helps fluid drain naturally, reducing pressure inside the ears. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Gentle Jaw Movements: Chewing, yawning, or slow jaw stretches can release tension and relieve pressure related pain, especially from TMJ tightness. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Warm Olive Oil Drops: A few drops of mildly warm olive oil soothe irritation in the ear canal. Avoid this method if there’s discharge or suspected eardrum injury. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Steam Inhalation: Inhaling steam helps open the Eustachian tubes, reduce pressure, and relieve ear pain linked to sinus issues. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
Cold Pack for Sharp Pain: A cold compress is effective for numbing sharp or sudden ear pain and reducing inflammation. (Source: Photo by unsplash)
