8 Home Remedies for Earaches—and Which Ones Are Worth Trying

Heat or warm compress

“The most tried and true natural remedy is heat or warm compresses,” shares Brandon Hopkins, MD, at the Head and Neck Institute at The Cleveland Clinic. Make sure the compress is warm, but not too hot. The heat will help blood circulation and work to decrease the pain. “Other indications it is time to see a doctor are if you have a high spiking fever over 102 that doesn’t come down with Tylenol or ibuprofen or if you are generally ill–not eating or drinking,” warns Dr. Hopkins. “Also if the ear pain is not relieved by Tylenol or ibuprofen or using heat, then you should seek medical care.” Is a tooth problem causing your earache? You may want to try these home remedies for toothaches.