what is otic solution?
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Hi, my name is David and I am an internal medicine physician in Chicago.  Otic refers to "ear", so an otic solution is a solution that is intended to be put in the ear.  You might have seen this word on a prescription medicine bottle with ear drops in it.
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Find out why you are having it. Demend testing not just medicine to treat the symtoms. My doctor gave me an ENG and a tilt table test. There are also other medicines like transdermal scopolamine that works well, its a patch for the back of the ear and it stays on for 3 days. Also the meclizine works too. If its a problem in your inner ear there are surgical options to fix the problem if it gets so bad that you can't function. If you aren't satisfied with the treatment that you are getting from your doctor then see another doctor because you need to find out what is causing the problem.\n\nGood luck!
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tympanum or tympanic membrane
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It's called Tinnitus.  You should see an MD to determine the cause.  That will determine your treatment, and yes it is curable.
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Hi!  I'm an Audiologist and work in an Ear, Nose and Throat Doctors' office.  There are different kinds of ear infections. Swimmers ear is in the external ear canal and is typically treated with ear drops and keeping the ear dry.  \n\n     A middle ear infection is a build-up of fluid behind the eardrum and often accompanies a head cold, or in young children can occur during teething, or in infancy can even happen if the baby is bottle fed while laying flat.  To relieve the discomfort, OTC pain relievers are usually recommended, and it often helps to apply heat, such as a hot water bottle, against the ear.  If accompanied by fever, antibiotics are often prescribed and it is VERY important to administer them properly for the full dosage to ensure that ALL the bacteria have been killed.  Otherwise, the bacteria can regrow and may become resistant to the milder antibiotics.  \n\n     If the infections keep coming back, or if the fluid doesn't drain even after the antibiotics have killed the bacteria, surgical options may be considered.  This is especially true in the case of young children, if the decrease in hearing is not resolving because it can effect the child's speech development.  The surgeon makes an incision in the eardrum, draws out the fluid, cleans the middle ear space, and usually places a tube through the incision.  The tube simply maintains an opening through the ear drum to maintain equal air pressure in the middle ear.  Most tubes are designed to fall out of the eardrum as the healing process occurs -- usually about six months after surgery.   The surgery is very common and is done as a same-day procedure in most cases, only because the space is so small that the patient must be very still.  With adults, many specialists will perform the surgery in their office using only a local anestetic.   If the child snores a lot or has other trouble breathing or frequent sore throats then inflammed or enlarged adenoids or tonsils may be blocking the Eustacian tube and preventing the fluid from draining.\n\n     My son had chronic ear infections as an infant, even though he was breastfed and I was diligent about administering his medications properly.  His father had ear infections his whole life, so I guess he just inherited the tendancy for ear infections from his dad.  His first set of tubes was around his first birthday.  The hardest part was not feeding him before and after -- he was so mad and he didn't understand.  Another set of tubes and an adenoisectomy were done when he was five.  Then he started getting frequent throat ifections so we had to remove the tonsils a couple years later.  He's now 14 and only gets earaches occasionally.\n\n     An inner ear infection often causes dizziness and sometimes ringing in the ear and/or sudden hearing loss.  If there is a sudden onset of such symptoms it is important to see a specialist ASAP, because the sooner one starts treatment, the better the cance of recovery.
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my friends used this stuff called "swim ear" that was drops you put in your ear that dried up the water.  i think it was just isopropyl alcohol.  they said it worked great.
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I know money is an issue, but having an ear infection can lead to deafness...\n\nThere are NO antibiotic for an ear infection over the counter...\n\nCall the doctor you last saw and tell them you don't have insurance... Maybe they will give 50% off the usual & customery fees...\n\nGood Luck!
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The goal of treatment is to cure the infection. The ear canal should be cleaned of drainage to allow topical medications to work effectively. Depending on how severe the infection is, it may be necessary for a doctor to aspirate the ear as many times as twice a week for the first two or three weeks of treatment.\n\nEffective medications include eardrops containing antibiotics to fight infection, and corticosteroids to reduce itching and inflammation. Use of antibiotics to treat ear infections may result in treatment of the wrong cause of the infection because not all ear infections are bacterial; some are fungal, and it is possible to have both a bacterial and fungal ear infection.\n\nEar drops should be used abundantly (four or five drops at a time) in order to penetrate the end of the ear canal. If the ear canal is very swollen, a wick may be applied in the ear to allow the drops to travel to the end of the canal. Occasionally, pills may be used in addition to the topical medications. Analgesics may be used if pain is severe. Putting something warm against the ears may reduce pain.\n\nDo note that it is imperative that there is visualization of an intact tympanic membrane before any curretage or drops are used. This often requires a health professional, as the inflammation can obscure the view. Use of certain medications with a ruptured tympanic membrane can cause tinnitus, vertigo, dizziness and hearing loss in some cases.\n\nProtect ears from further damage. Do not scratch the ears or insert cotton swabs or other objects in the ears. Keep ears clean and dry, and do not let water enter the ears when showering, shampooing, or bathing.
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It does help ease the pain. When I use to have them it was the only way to get to sleep.  However that only helps relieve the pain, not kill the infection that causes it.\n\nHowever the best thing to kill the infection is actually peroxide... yes that little brown bottle you can buy in your store for like 50 cents. A teaspon in the ear and it goes right to the infection and starts killing it right away..and then you drain your ear out on a white towel to see the gunk it gets out of your ear.
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They do not sell OTC penicillin...but you can try Musinex.\nIt is OTC and will get rid of the mucus. Kinda pricy, but no where near prescption prices. Any pharmacy or grocery has it.
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The ear, in the world of medicine, is not just the ear that we commonly refer to. The ear is quite a complex structure and consists of 3 parts: the outer ear, the middle ear and the inner ear. Otitis media, as the name suggests, refers to infection in the middle ear.\n\nHow does otitis media occur? The middle ear, which is the space behind the eardrum, is normally filled with air. A tube normally connects the middle ear to the throat. This tube is called auditory tube or the Eustachian tube (Eustachian was a chap who discovered the tube hundreds of years ago). The function of the tube is to normalize or equalize the pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere. When blocked, pressure in the middle ear decreases, causing mucus (or fluid) to fill up the space. The mucus may then become contaminated by bacteria and viruses, thus allowing infection to occur.\n\nThis is the basic mechanism of middle ear infection. There are many reasons for the Eustachian tube to become blocked. One of the commonest being an upper respiratory infection or common cold, which causes the Eustachian tube to swell up and block. This is particularly common in children as their Eustachian tubes are smaller and not yet fully developed. The other less common cause being a tumor growing around the opening of the Eustachian tube in the throat, causing the tube to obstruct. This is particularly common in the middle age or the elderly population, where tumor of the throat is prevalent. Having said that, very often, an ear infection occurs 'out of the blue' for no apparent reason.\n\nWhat are the symptoms of a middle ear infection? Earache is the most common complaints. It is often described as a deep ache or pressure, sometimes bad enough to disrupt sleep. Dulled hearing and deafness are also common symptoms; they usually last for several days. Fever is also common, but not very 'specific' as other infections can also cause fever. Young children with middle ear infections may also vomit and tend to look very ill. Babies cannot point to their pain but if they are irritable, feel hot and crying all the time, a middle ear infection should always be suspected. Discharge is a common symptom too. As the infection progresses, pressure begins to build up in the middle ear. When it is too high, the eardrum 'pops', allowing its content (usually pus) to flow out from the middle ear.\n\nAre all earaches caused by middle ear infection? Absolutely not! Lots of other diseases can cause earaches as well. For example, people with toothache can sometimes have earaches, this is due to pain being 'referred' to the middle ear. Other causes of earache due to referred pain include sinusitis (infection of the sinus), sore throat, tongue ulcers, thyroid problems, outer ear infections, so on and so forth.\n\nWhat is the treatment for a middle ear infection? The aim of treatment is to kill the bugs responsible, to control the pain and to control the fever (to bring the high temperature down to normal). Antibiotics are commonly given to kill the germs responsible, the commonest being Amoxicillin. Pain killers (or analgesics) are given to control the pain, panadol is usually sufficient but some people may need stronger pain killers. Lastly, panadol can also do the job in lowering the high temperature as well. The course of the disease is usually between 7 to 14 days.
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It's a servere infection in the ear.  You can't let it go...it could cause you problems with hearing loss in the long run.  The only way to get rid of it is to see an Ear, Nose, Throat Specialist and they can prescribe an antibiotic eardrop for you.  Plus, you will most likely get a prescription for anitibiotics to be taken orally.  Small tubes may have to be inserted to help the drainage and prevent future infections.  It doesn't hurt to have them put in...doctors do it right in the office.  I've had them put in several times, as they tend to fall out without you knowing.
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The goals for treating ear infections include relieving pain, curing the infection, preventing complications, and preventing recurrent ear infections. Most ear infections will safely clear up on their own without antibiotics. Often, treating the pain and allowing the body time to heal itself is all that is needed:\n\nApply a warm cloth or warm water bottle. \nUse over-the-counter pain relief drops for ears. \nTake over-the counter medications for pain or fever, like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. DO NOT give aspirin to children. \nUse prescription ear drops to relieve pain.
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A middle ear infection is a build-up of fluid behind the eardrum and often accompanies a head cold, or in young children can occur during teething, or in infancy can even happen if the baby is bottle fed while laying flat.  To relieve the discomfort, OTC pain relievers are usually recommended, and it often helps to apply heat, such as a hot water bottle, against the ear.  If accompanied by fever, antibiotics are often prescribed and it is VERY important to administer them properly for the full dosage to ensure that ALL the bacteria have been killed.  Otherwise, the bacteria can regrow and may become resistant to the milder antibiotics.  \n\n     If the infections keep coming back, or if the fluid doesn't drain even after the antibiotics have killed the bacteria, surgical options may be considered.  This is especially true in the case of young children, if the decrease in hearing is not resolving because it can effect the child's speech development.  The surgeon makes an incision in the eardrum, draws out the fluid, cleans the middle ear space, and usually places a tube through the incision.  The tube simply maintains an opening through the ear drum to maintain equal air pressure in the middle ear.  Most tubes are designed to fall out of the eardrum as the healing process occurs -- usually about six months after surgery.\n\n     The surgery is very common and is done as a same-day procedure in most cases, only because the space is so small that the patient must be very still.  With adults, many specialists will perform the surgery in their office using only a local anesthetic.  If the child snores a lot or has other trouble breathing or frequent sore throats, then inflamed or enlarged adenoids or tonsils may be blocking the Eustachian tube and preventing the fluid from draining.  They may also be removed during the surgery, which is a more difficult recovery, but again, by removing the cause, you no longer have to keep medicating the symptoms.\n\n     Once the tubes are in, most children feel immediate relief and many of those who have had speech difficulties show improvement.  It is important to keep the ears dry so water doesn't get through the tubes into the middle ear space where it can breed infection and cause drainage.  Custom ear plugs provide the best protection, and other types of plugs are available at drug stores.  For swimming it is also helpful to wear a swim cap or special headband that covers the ears and keeps the plugs in place.  These should be available through the Ear doctors' office.\n\n     My son had chronic ear infections as an infant, even though he was breastfed and I was diligent about administering his medications properly.  His father had ear infections his whole life, so I guess he just inherited the tendency for ear infections from his dad.  His first set of tubes was around his first birthday.  The hardest part was not feeding him before and after -- he was so mad and he didn't understand.  Another set of tubes and an adenoidectomy were done when he was five.  Then he started getting frequent throat infections so we had to remove the tonsils a couple years later.  He's now 14 and only gets earaches occasionally.  \n\n     I'll admit that I was still reluctant to go through with surgeries with my own son, even though I'm an Audiologist and see the improvement in many patients year in and year out.  In retrospect, I wish I had been a little less chicken, so he could have had relief sooner in his life.  So although the though of SURGERY sounds so daunting, tubes are actually a more natural alternative than trying all the antibiotics/decongestants/antihistamines under the sun.  If you're not comfortable with the surgeon you've consulted, feel free to seek out a second opinion.
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I would go with something with "opti" in the beginning. I'm not really sure what you are looking for...is it an eye drop solution, or antifungal solution or what??
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the tube in your ear.
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Living Under, \nThe Dr. told my husband, mix =1/2 vinegar and 1/2 (70%) isopropyl alcohol <which is regular alcohol>, put in your ear and let set for 5 minutes, then drain it out and wipe them clean. \n\n The Dr. said it's the same stuff that's in most 'ear flush medicine'. It even cleans out hardened ear wax!\n\n We've been doing it for 5 years now. It works great.\nGood Luck.