Home Remedies: Cleaning out the earwax - Mayo Clinic News …
2017年9月13日 · Earwax is a helpful and natural part of your body's defenses. It cleans, lubricates and protects your ear canal by trapping dirt and slowing the growth of bacteria. Earwax blockages commonly occur when people try to clean their ears on their own by placing cotton swabs or other items in their ears. This often just […]
Home Remedies: Effective earwax removal - Mayo Clinic News …
2018年8月8日 · Earwax is a helpful and natural part of your body's defenses. It cleans, lubricates and protects your ear canal by trapping dirt and slowing the growth of bacteria. Earwax blockages commonly occur when people try to clean their ears on their own by placing cotton swabs or other items in their ears. This often just […]
The scoop on earwax - Mayo Clinic News Network
2022年6月28日 · It also protects the ear canal skin from infection, and traps dust and other foreign particles. It has antibacterial properties to protect your ears from unhealthy bacteria. Finally, its water-repelling features prevent water damage to the ear canal and eardrum. How to clean your ears. The ears are self-cleaning for most people.
Home Remedies: Suffering from swimmer’s ear - Mayo Clinic …
2017年5月19日 · Dry your ears thoroughly after exposure to moisture from swimming or bathing. Dry only your outer ear, wiping it slowly and gently with a soft towel or cloth. Tip your head to the side to help water drain from your ear canal. You can dry your ears with a blow dryer if you put it on the lowest setting and hold it at least a foot (about 0.3 ...
Home Remedies: Steps to help relieve sinusitis
2019年4月3日 · These self-help steps can help relieve sinusitis symptoms: Drink fluids. Water or juice will help dilute mucous secretions and promote drainage. Avoid beverages that contain caffeine or alcohol, as they can be dehydrating. Drinking alcohol can also worsen the swelling of the lining of the sinuses and nose. Moisten your sinus cavities. Drape a towel […]
Mayo Clinic Minute: Stop cleaning your ears
2017年2月2日 · Don't put anything smaller than your elbow in your ears. The advice you may have first heard from your mom has gotten a fresh thumbs-up from America's ear, nose and throat doctors. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan, a Mayo Clinic otorhinolaryngologist, explains why you are likely doing more harm than good when you ignore this recommendation …
Mayo Clinic Minute: The proper way to wash your hands
2022年12月5日 · To properly wash your hands, follow these steps: Wet your hands with clean, running water — either warm or cold. Apply any kind of soap and lather well. Rub your hands vigorously for at least 20 seconds. Remember to scrub all surfaces, including the backs of your hands, wrists, palms, between your fingers and under your fingernails. Rinse well.
Home Remedies: Swimmer's ear - Mayo Clinic News Network
2019年8月28日 · Your health care provider will use a suction device or ear curette to clean away discharge, clumps of earwax, flaky skin and other debris. Medications for infection For most cases of swimmer's ear, your health care provider will prescribe eardrops that have some combination of the following ingredients, depending on the type and seriousness of ...
What Causes an Outer Ear Infection and How Is It Treated?
2011年12月9日 · To avoid a future outer ear infection, take a break from wearing your hearing aids, if possible, to give moisture buildup a chance to dry. Protect your ears with cotton balls when using products such as hair sprays and dyes. For persistent itching, see your doctor. Some skin conditions affect the external canal and can be treated topically.
Home Remedies: Dealing with dust mite allergies
2019年5月29日 · Trying to avoid exposure to dust mites is the best strategy for controlling dust mite allergy. But that's not always possible. While you can't completely eliminate dust mites from your home, you can significantly reduce them. Here's how: Use allergen-proof bed covers. Keep your mattress and pillows in dustproof or allergen-blocking covers. These covers, made of […]