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Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
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24 days ago
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How to clean ears and what can we do for better hearing - #24930

Vineeta

Due to use of earphones now I feel My ears have become dry and how can i clean my ears and overall better hearing. Also I had sinusitis issues. Does that also affect ears.does jal neti help with sinus issues and what is the best time to do jal neti.

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Hello vineeta For Ear dryness 1. Put 2 drops of bilva taila in both your ears daily And yes sinusities can affect ear too 1. Just apply Thekaraja tail on head half hour before bath.. It will reduce inflammation due to sinnusities For cleaning your ear If you feel heavy or wax is too much i will advice you to get it clean from ent specialist ❌Avoid using ear bud Yes jal nitti will help with sinus issue just do it in morning empty stomach after clearing your bowel
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Use bilvadi oil 2 drops in each ear And anu tailam 2 drops in each nostril Chitrak hareetaki 1/2 tsf
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Using earphones frequently can indeed make your ears feel dry. To clean your ears safely, Ayurveda suggests using herbal oils like Anu tailam or sesame oil. Just warm it slightly and apply a few drops in each ear once or twice a week. Let it sit for 5 minutes and tilt your head to let it drain out. This process helps in moisturizing the ear canal and may prevent dryness (an issue often associated with excess Vata dosha). Now, if you're dealing with sinusitis, it can certainly affect your ears, causing pressure or discomfort. The congestion can block the tubes connecting the ear and nose, leading to such issues. Jal Neti is a wonderful technique to help with sinus problems. It helps clearing the nasal passages, reduce congestion and enhance prana flow. Using lukewarm saline water, perform Jal Neti in the morning, after brushing your teeth but before eating, is ideal to start your day fresh. For better hearing, focus on nourishing your auditory system. Incorporate a diet rich in vital nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids (found in flaxseeds and no walnuts) and ghee to strengthen your ear tissues. Additionally, regular ear exercises such as gently closing your ears with your palms and creating a vacuum, then releasing, might help in promoting blood circulation. However, remember that if your sinusitis or ear issues are severe, you need to consult a healthcare professional. Experimenting with self-treatment without guidance, especially in chronic cases, may delay necessary care. Always make sure your practices are safe and in line with your personal health needs. Hence, balancing lifestyle, diet, and holistic practices in a way that suits your current life condition is crucial here.
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Reduce the usage earphones on possible times 1.kshara taila- 2drops in each ear /evening 2.Pathyakshadatryadi kwatham tab 2-0-2 before food 3.Dasamoolakatutrayam kwatham tab 2-0-2 after food *Avoid direct exposure of Ac& Fan
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Hello, 1. Avoid using earphones completely. 2. Go to nearby ENT doctor and get checked for hearing loss+ to clean the ear wax. 3. Do you have sinusitis issue even now. Jalaneti can be done in the morning. Take care. Kind regards.
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Can start on Sarivadi vati - 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water
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Put sesame oil in both ears at bedtime, close your ear hole with cotton swab, keep it overnight and remove the cotton swab in the morning. For sinus take yastimadhu churan 1tsp twice daily after food with honey Do Nasya with Anu tel 2 drops in both nostril once daily. Take steam inhalation twice daily. Avoid cold foods
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HELLO VINEETA, Your concerns- ear hygiene -better hearing -ear dryness from earphones -sinusitis and its effect on ears -jal neti for sinus and hearing 1) HOW TO CLEAR EARS(SAFELY) Do not use earbuds/cotton swabs- they push wax deeper and may injure the ear canal, safe cleaning methods -warm water rinse= use few drops of warm water with a bulb syringe ( once a week). let it drain naturally -Oil drops= 2-3 drops of warm sesame or olive oil can help soften wax(once a week) -Dryness from earphones- can be due to lack of air circulation and long usage -limit use to 60 mins at a stretch -chosse open design or bone conduction headphones 2) IMPROVING HEARING NATURALLY MODERN TIPS - reduce earphone volume, follow the 60/60 rule (max 60% volume for 60 minutes at a time) -keep ears dry after showers -get regular hearing test, especially with prior infections or noise exposure - avoid smoking, it damages blood vessels in the inner ear -stay active- cardiovascular health= better hearing AYURVEDIC TIPS -KARNA PURANA(EAR OILING)- daily or weekly application of warm medicated oil- BILWA TAILA into ears -NASYA KARA- instill 2 drops of anutaila in each nostril daily morning empty stomach= balances doshas affect ENT organs , helps in sinusitis -Daily oil massage around ears, temples and neck improves circulation= sesame oil 3) SINUSITIS AND EAR CONNECTION yes sinusitis affects th ears, especially due to -Eustachian tube blockage -pressure imbalance -fluid build up in the middle ear Symptoms may include muffled hearing, pressure or popping sounds 4) JAL NETI FOR SINUS AND HEARING jal neti is a yogic nasal cleansing practice the helps with -reducing nasal congestion - improving sinus drainage -indirectly reducing ear pressure issues BENEFITS -clears sinuses-> improves Eustachian tube function -reduce allergic rhinitis -better oxygenation-> indirectly supports hearing BEST TIMING -morning(empty stomach) -can be done once daily doing sinus issues and 2-3 times per week for maintenance -use sterilised lukewarm saline water - ensure proper drying of nostrils after jal neti(practice kapalbhati or mild forward bending to drain residual water) -avoid during acute cold or nasal infections INTERNALY CAN TAKE 1) FOR DRYNESS IN EARS - ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA- 5 gm with warm milk at bedtime = nourishes nerves, reduces vata dryness -BRAHMI VATI- 1tab in morning and evening = nervine tonic, supports hearing -SARIVADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals = classical remedy for hearing loss and tinnitus -YASHTIMADHU CHURNA- 1 tsp with honey or warm water once daily =moistens mucosa heals dryness FOR HEARING IMPROVEMENT -SARIVADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily for 3 months =improves hearing, used in tinnitus -VACHA CHURNA= 500 mg with honey morning = sharpens senses, reduces kapha blockages -SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP =10 ml with water after meals =improves nervous system function FOR SINUSITIS -SHITOPALADI CHURNA- 1 tsp with honey twice daily =anti histamines, anti inflammatory -TALISADI CHURNA- 1 tsp with warm water after meals =clears respiratory tract -TRIBHUVAN KIRTI RAS= 125 mg with honey twice daily =for fever, cold, sinus infection -GODANTI BHASMA= 250 mg with honey with shitopaladi = reduces sinus pressure and headache DO NOT USE EAR DROPS if there's ear discharge or perforation avoid cold, sour, or heavy foods if you have sinus or ENT issues always use clean, sterile water for jal neti DIET -warm light and unctous foods avoid curd at night - do pranayam - nadi sodhana, bhramari DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
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Hello Vineeta. For your issue about cleaning the ear do VISIT an ENT specialist or use SOLIWAX ear drops 8 drops in each ear. just do it once and your ear will be clean. In case you feel you still have wax use it again in 4-5 days. You can use it regularly in 21 days. ❌ Donot use ear buds to clean your ears. For Sinusitis Cap. Nelsin(S.G.Phytopharma) 2 caps twice a day before food. Even after this you feel your ears are dry than apply JATYADI TAILAM. 2-3 drops on a cotton swab and apply in your ears. DONOT use oil before your ear is completely clean. Sometimes if the wax material is HYDROPHILIC it will absorb the oil and may cause more heaviness and hearing issue. 🧘‍♀️ Practise BHRAMARI pranayam. ❌ Avoid earphones and loud music.
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Hi vineeta this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem .. As you know earphones causing you trouble you should avoid that Next take steam to ear by tilting head Rx - Rasnadi guggulu 1-0-1 after food Klen wax ear drops 2drops twice Best you should take KARNA DUPANA... And dhumapana it cures both ear and sinus problems
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HELLO VINEETA, WHY EARS MAY FEEL DRY(ESPECIALLY WITH EARPHONE USE) -causes dryness due to heat and reduced ventilation -impact ear wax production and retention -increase risk of ear infection or wax buildup if not cleaned regularly HOW TO CLEAN EARS -avoid using earbuds or sharp tools, which can damage the ear canal 1) WARM OIL DROP- once or twice a week =bilva tailla -warm oil slightly -lie on your side, and put 4-5 drops into one ear -stay for 5-10 min, then turn to the other side -let it drain naturally, wipe gently with clean cotton THIS -lubricates dry ear canal -loosen hardened wax - has calming, vata pacifying effects 2) STEAM INHALATION daily or every other day, especially if you have sinus issues -add ajwain to boiling water -inhale for 5-10 min under towel 3) IMPROVING HEARING NATURALLY -NASYA= instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril in morning =helps open sinuses, nourish nerves, and improve ear nose throat function INTERNALLY ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily in morning and night with warm milk BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab at bedtime TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime DIET -avoid dry, cold, and junk food -favour warm, oily, nourishing food - ghee with black pepper 1 tsp daily helps hearing and sinus 4) SINUS AND ITS EFFECT ON EARS yes, sinusitis can -block Eustachian tubes causing pressure or hearing difficulty -lead to fluid accumulation, muffled hearing, or even ear infections 5) DOES JAL NETI HELP? yes-strongly recommended for sinus health -flushes out allergens, pollutants, and mucus -open nasal passages and relieves pressure on ears =morning on an empty stomach -do before nasaya and before meals -ensure water is lukewarm and use proper salt concentration always follow with 2-3 drops of Anu taila in nostril to prevent dryness AVOID -frequent headphone use -sleeping with earphones -suden exposure to loud noises -cleaning ears with sticks or buds THANK YOU DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
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Frequent use of earphones can cause dryness and irritation in the ear canal by trapping moisture and blocking airflow. Avoid cleaning ears with earbuds , as these can push wax deeper and damage the delicate skin. Instead, let ears self-clean or use mild saline or. wax-softening drops if necessary. Sinusitis, a condition where the sinuses are inflamed, can affect the ears by blocking the Eustachian tubes, leading to pressure, fullness, or muffled hearing. Jal Neti, a yogic nasal cleansing technique using lukewarm saline water, helps flush out mucus and allergens, offering relief from sinus pressure and improving breathing. It’s best performed early in the morning on an empty stomach using sterile water and the correct salt ratio. Always clean your Neti pot after use and avoid the practice during cold weather or immediately after meals. While Jal Neti can support sinus and mild ear pressure relief, persistent symptoms like ear pain or hearing loss should be evaluated by an ENT specialist. Remarks by Dr. Karthika-Jal Neti is a safe and powerful tool when used correctly, but never a substitute for medical care in chronic or severe ENT conditions.
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