What is Chronic Otitis Media?

Chronic suppurative otitis media or CSOM is a condition where there is persistent inflammation of the middle ear. It is also known as chronic tympanomastoiditis and chronic mastoiditis. It is characterized by burning pain in the ear accompanied by persistent discharge (otorrhoea) from the ear which may continue for a period of about 2–6 weeks.

If the middle ear gets infected it builds up pressure behind the eardrum or tympanic membrane which leads to severe earache. The discharge is due to perforation of the tympanic membrane (eardrum).

A type of otitis media can also occur without tympanic perforation when the middle ear gets filled with fluid without any infection. Acute CSOM is mainly a result of bacterial, viral or fungal infection which may enter the ear from the throat, leading to pus formation in the middle ear. Acute infection causes inflammation and irritation in the mucosa of the middle ear which generates mucosal ulcerations and breaks down the epithelial lining.

This disease may even result in hearing loss of varied severity. Usually children under the age of seven are most prone to this disease.

Symptoms

Earache
Fever
Headaches
Mild deafness
Discharge from the affected ear
Loss of appetite
Difficulty in sleeping
Dizziness
Nausea and vomiting
Sneezing and coughing

Causes

Infection caused by viral, fungal or bacterial pathogens
Outer ear infection left untreated, spreading to the inner or middle ear
Blowing the nose too hard, forcing Eustachian material into the middle ear
Having a persistent head cold
Obstruction of the Eustachian tube
Improper treatment of acute otitis media

Homeopathic Treatment Approach

Homeopathy has done wonders in treating varied symptoms of CSOM. Some of the effective remedies are:

Belladonna

This remedy cures acute otitis and is indicated with digging and tearing pain in the ear, which can be sudden and violent and tends to get worse at night. It helps in treating infection in the tympanic membrane.

Pulsatilla

One of the best remedies for ear problems. It helps to stabilize darting pain when the ear gets red, hot and swollen, and provides relief from middle ear inflammation. This remedy also helps with frequent ear discharge, mild deafness, a sensation of blocked ears, and arrests itching in the ears.

Capsicum

This homeopathic remedy helps in cases of rupturing of the tympanic membrane. It relieves chronic ear suppurations accompanied by chilliness and bursting headaches. It also cures symptoms like burning pains in ears, pain in the throat, and perforation of the eardrum coupled with yellow discharge.

Why Choose Homeopathy for Chronic Otitis Media?

Safe, natural, and free from side effects
Treats the root cause, not just symptoms
Individualized treatment for your unique presentation
Suitable for all age groups
Can be combined with conventional treatment

Homeopathic Treatment for Chronic Otitis Media