Middle Ear Infection: what ear should i sleep on?!
Question:
Middle Ear Infection: what ear should i sleep on?
the side of the infected ear? heating pad?
the other side? heating pad?
on back?
stomach?
pretty much what will be the most comforting/ and help it heal faster?
any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!
Answers:
Sleep on the side opposite the one that's infected. The Eustachian tube for the infected ear can only drain into the throat, so sleep with that ear "up" - that way, the tube will be below it, and the ear will almost certainly drain sooner. A heating pad is very good to keep the ear from hurting, and helps bring blood to the ear to aid in healing.
Feel better soon!