Diagnosis And Treatment Of Inner Ear Problems
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Diagnosis and treatment of Inner Ear Problems

First of all we have to understand what exactly is an inner ear infection?  What happens when it occurs? Well, it is an inflammation that occurs in the inner ear. Our inner ear consists of a system of canals and tube like structures called labyrinth. It performs the function of sending signals to our brain to understand sound and to figure out the directions. It is this labyrinth that is affected in inner ear infections. In fact, the scientific name of inner ear infection is derived from the part labyrinth and it is called as labyrinthitis.

Early Symptoms of Inner Ear Infection :

  • Vertigo, which is a sensation of whirling or spinning
  • Double Vision
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Loss of balance
  • Headache
  • Ringing in the Ear called tinnitus
  • Temporary hearing loss

Treatment of Inner Ear Problems :

Inner ear infection treatment should include lots of the anti-inflammatory foods like ginger, garlic, turmeric, cayenne, fish oils and raw pineapple in your diet. These foods can put down the inflammation of the membranes in the ear and relieve the pressure on the ear stress.

Every meal should also contain an abundance of fresh vegetables or fruit. These foods should make up the bulk of your diet - about 80% is ideal. Make an effort to add some essential fats like those found in nuts, seeds, avocados and natural, cold-pressed oils into your diet. These will help boost your immunity and keep your cell membranes functioning well.

Inner ear problems can be diagnosed on the basis of hearing test, Electronystagmography (ENG), ECOG, Posturography or Platform test, the Rotary Chair test and imaging tests such as X ray, CT scan and MRI scan. EARCALM SPRAY is used for ear infection treatment which is available on Online Pharmacy.

It lasts for a week or two, but should be treated as soon as possible, as it might occur again. Some of the safest and easiest home based remedies for inner ear infection treatment is discussed in the following segment.

Almost for all inner ear problems, it is recommended to have low salt, caffeine-free diet. Excess sugar in the diet triggers dizziness. Avoid fried foods as there is a theory that high cholesterol levels contribute to circulatory problems that affect the inner ear. Certain medications such as benzodiazepine drugs are useful in treating inner ear infection problems. Botox injections are also helpful to relieve the symptoms of tinnitus. Vestibular therapy is found to be effective in many people with inner ear problems. Before taking any treatment, you should consult your physician. Garlic is an excellent anti-microbial against it. Take some garlic oil and warm it to a temperature just above your body temperature and put a few drops of garlic oil in your ear. Olive Oil is another remedy. Follow the same procedure as we done with garlic and pour some drops into the ear. Rinse you ears properly with warm water after some time.

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