- Treatment for otitis media - methods and tools
- Internal
Treatment of internal otitis
Internal otitis media - an infection of the inner ear, or labyrinth. Regimen otitis this type typically includes a variety of measures - as home treatments or medications prescribed by the physician.
Than to treat otitis media of the inner ear at home? First of all, you should drink plenty of water, fresh juices and decoctions of medicinal herbs (such as mint
Mint and its useful properties: aromatic freshness
, Pharmacy chamomile, sage), to avoid dehydration, and at the same time provide the body with nutrients that help fight disease.
In the early days of the disease usually causes labyrinthitis constant light lightheadedness, and sometimes can lead to severe dizziness
Dizziness - if the ground is slipping from under his feet
. Therefore, patients are advised to comply with bed rest, to prevent falls and possible injuries Other symptoms of internal otitis, such as fever, nausea, and pain in the ear, is also not conducive to an active life during illness.
If you feel that approaching dizzy when you stand, sit or lie down immediately (best to go to one side). It is highly recommended to avoid alcohol, chocolate and coffee as long as nausea and dizziness will not pass - it usually happens a few days after the first symptoms of labyrinthitis. Also recommended, if possible, to limit the effects of bright light and strong noise - this contributes to aggravation of symptoms.
Medication
If labyrinthitis is very strong vertigo, your doctor may prescribe a short course of treatment with benzodiazepines or antiemetics.
Benzodiazepines - a psychoactive drugs that reduce activity of the central nervous system (CNS). Due to their exposed brain will be less susceptible to the abnormal signals from the vestibular system that is part of the inner ear, and the operation of which at labyrinth some extent broken. However, prolonged use of drugs of this type is not recommended because they can cause heavy dependence.
Antiemetics facilitate labyrinthitis symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, and dizziness. When otitis
Otitis - than could face an ear infection
prochlorperazine usually prescribed - it is quite effective, and well tolerated by most patients. However, in some cases, it can cause side effects such as tremor, involuntary muscle contractions (including facial muscles), and drowsiness.
In the most severe cases, corticosteroids may be used, such as prednisone
Prednisolone - against inflammation, allergy and pain, but with complications
. This medicine is used to treat otitis media in patients with very severe symptoms of labyrinthitis caused by severe inflammation. Corticosteroids quickly stop inflammation, but they can also cause a number of side effects, such as increased appetite, weight gain, insomnia, edema, unexplainable mood swings.
If the internal otitis pathogens include bacteria, for its treatment can be treated with antibiotics. With a relatively mild disease they usually take the tablets or capsules, and in severe cases require intravenous antibiotics.
In cases where the disease is caused by a virus, it is sufficient to use the above methods of treatment of otitis domestic and, if appropriate, the formulations of dizziness and nausea. Special means for controlling viruses usually do not apply - hitherto not proved that any antiviral agent of otitis media can accelerate the healing process and prevent complications.
Immediately contact your doctor if during the treatment you will have symptoms such as confusion, double vision visible objects, weakness or numbness in one part of the body, changes in gait.
You should also talk to your doctor if symptoms of internal otitis persist for three weeks or more.
Although labyrinthitis can be used a variety of drugs, called the best remedy for this type of otitis media, which is guaranteed to give a good result, it is impossible. Even with the timely and proper treatment the disease often leads to complications, among them - the temporary and even permanent loss of hearing.
