Ear Oil – Swimmer’s Ear Relief!

Kids Swimming off Dock

Summer is upon us, and we’re all looking forward to cooling off with a swim.

Whether you hit the pool, lake or ocean, water can splash into the ear and remain there after swimming. This creates a moist environment ideal for bacterial growth that can cause an external ear infection, known as otitis externa or “swimmer’s ear”. Although less common, this infection can also be triggered by fungal conditions.

Swimmer’s ear can be a troubling nuisance, and in some cases the acute inflammation of the outer ear and ear canal can be alarmingly painful. This common infection often comes with discharge, redness, itchiness, pain, and discomfort that’s aggravated by touching the ear. In cases with excessive swelling and discharge, the ear canal can sometimes become blocked and cause temporary hearing loss.

Ear oil by St Francis Herb Farm

Over the counter ear drop preparations sometimes contain steroids, which can aggravate these fungal infections, and prolonged use of antibacterial ear drops may promote the growth of antibiotic-resistant pathogens.

Herbal Care for Swimmer’s Ear

Fortunately, there are herbs that can help relieve pain and fight the infection that causes swimmer’s ear! Ear Oil is a combination of 4 classic western therapeutic herbs macerated in extra virgin olive oil in a gentle formula that fights off bacterial and fungal ear infections while soothing inflammation in the ear canal.

·        Garlic is a potent antifungal and antibacterial that helps battle these infection-causing pathogens and is especially effective in treating the most common external ear bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

·        Mullein has been used in traditional Western herbalism to treat earaches for its pain-relieving qualities and can be used topically as an analgesic and antiseptic that is active against several strains of bacteria.

·        St. John’s Wort provides relief from nerve pain in the ear and has been used topically as an analgesic and antiseptic from as early as the first century A.D.

·        Calendula is well established as a valuable anti-inflammatory herb with exceptional healing qualities.

Together, these 4 powerful medicinal plants address the underlying cause of swimmer’s ear, eliminating pathogens, providing fast relief from symptoms, and restoring a healthy ear environment!

How to use: Place 5 drops of oil directly in the external ear canal 3 times daily. For infection in children – lay head in your lap with affected ear facing up to add drops.

So, go ahead and take the plunge this summer! You can rest easy knowing that you’re equipped to treat swimmer’s ear with time-honoured, effective herbs. 

References available upon request.

 

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