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I have otitis media with facial palsy! Has anyone ever recovered from this? How long does this take to heal?


Are you talking about Bells palsy?
I had that, and it took a year to get almost 100% better.
I think it's different for everyone though.

The left side of my face was weak, I couldn't eat or drink without making a mess, it was really embarassing.

I hope it never comes back :(  (+ info)

isn't it usually children who get either acute otitis media or chronic otitis media?


also, what are the symptoms of both acute otitis media and chronic otitis media?
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hi i took my 1yr old baby to the doctor he was crancky the doctor said that it was otitis media?


well the case is that he has no fever , but his still a little crancky i notice he bleed a little from the left ear is it normal for dem to bleed a little.or watt can i do
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Ear drainage – if you see blood or pus draining out of the ear, then it is probably an infection with a ruptured eardrum. DON'T WORRY! These almost always heal just fine, and once the eardrum ruptures the pain subsides.   (+ info)

what effect does an elevated temperature have on other vital signs in otitis media?


Usually when you have a high temperature, your heart rate is also higher, and so is your respiratory rate, because your body has to work harder. And becuase you are uncomfortable, your blood pressure can get pretty high, too.  (+ info)

how to get rid of otitis media??


i have been having problems with otitis media for about 4 months now...i have had sinusitis since childhood....but otitis media occured when i went on a to a trip on high mountains. also, i also have to start swimming soon!...antibiotics dint work fr me...took dem fr over a month...what should i do?? help :)!
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try this article  (+ info)

Can otitis media cause meningitis?


I have been diagnosed with Otitis Media (ear infection) when i was young, and the Ear specialist doctor (EENT), once told me that it could damage my ear drum that can lead to Meningitis. Can Anyone shed light on this? Searching the internet, make me feel i already have the symtoms of meningitis. Thanks in advance for your replies.
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Complications from otitis media is the most common way to get Meningitis, but it happens while you have the infection. if it's been a few years then there is almost no chance of getting it,  (+ info)

Why would you get BILATERAL conductive hearing loss with chronic otitis media (middle ear infection)?


I figured if it affects only ONE middle ear it would cause UNILATERAL hearing loss.
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i have otitis media with effusion. who do i get rid of it?


my left ear feels clogged and muffled. any cures?
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Otitis media with effusion (OME) usually goes away on its own but it can take months! Since it usually resolves on its own, doctors don't perform a myringotomy with tubes unless a hearing test (after three months of having OME) shows a hearing loss.

Please note, as long as you have the fluid in your ear, your hearing will be mufffled. I iknow it is annoying but I'm sorry to say that there really isn't anything you can do about it.  (+ info)

is it safe to give N-acetylcysteine to a 4 years old with recurrent otitis media?


what's the dose?
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N- acetylcysteine is an very strong anti-viral. I am not a doctor but I would imagine it can't be harmful in small doses. Try a 500mg capsule just once a day, or less. It is basically just a precursor to glutathione. So if he gets too much I imagine he will just poop a lot. I would also recommend trying the probiotic route. That is another strong immune booster. Anything but antibiotics has been my experience.

However, I do want to encourage you to check with a holistic practitioner in your area. They will know of more possible dangers and side effects that I may not be aware of.  (+ info)

what is the cure for otitis media(without the doctor consent)? Any alternative medicine?


Otitis Media is a rather common diagnosis and is usually combatted with prescription ear drops and an antibiotic.

Depending on regional cultures, parents may have pressed a warm water bottle or warm bag of salt against the ear. Such old-fashioned remedies may still help to ease ear pain.
Drops of tea tree oil may be beneficial. This herbal treatment has mild anti-bacterial properties, but it may irritate the skin.
Studies have reported that Otikon, an extract made of various plants, including garlic and St. John's Wort, is an effective anesthetic in treating the pain associated with ear infections. Plants contained in Otikon may have side effects.
Due to the high risk of burns, ear candles should not be used to remove wax from ears. There is no evidence to indicate that these candles are safe or effective for treatment of AOM or other ear conditions.

Also, to ease swelling and pain, try applying a warm towel or heating pad (set on a low setting and watched carefully- never fall asleep on a heating pad!) and lying on the heat source infected ear down.  (+ info)

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