Bachon Ki Sehat

Earache in Kids: Why You Should Never Put Anything in the Ear (Video)

1:23 minWatch on YouTube

Read the full written guide: Bachon Ke Kaan Ka Dard (Earache): Why Nothing Goes in the Ear →

Learn the safe, practical steps to comfort a child's ear pain at home and discover the single habit that can make things worse. We cover why common home remedies can be risky and when a professional check-up is essential. This video offers clear guidance for parents, but it’s not a substitute for medical advice. If your child’s symptoms persist or worsen, see a doctor.

Show the full transcript

Transcript

Why do grandparents pour oil into kids' ears?

Why do grandparents pour oil into kids' ears?

Earache Relief

In this video we’ll share the safe way to soothe a child's ear pain and reveal the one habit that can make it worse.

Common age

Most ear infections appear between six months and three years of age.

No drops, no oil

Parents can’t see the eardrum, and if it already has a tiny perforation, any oil or drop will go straight through, risking infection.

Why ear hurts

In young kids the tube that connects the middle ear to the nose is short and horizontal, so a cold blocks it, fluid builds up and pressure hurts.

Gentle home care

A warm, dry towel placed on the outer ear, keeping the child upright, and offering small sips of fluid can bring comfort without risking the ear canal.

Pain duration

If the ache lasts more than forty-eight hours, it’s time to call a doctor.

Urgent signs

Seek medical care right away if the child has a fever, any fluid or pus draining, or the skin behind the ear looks red, swollen, or pushed forward.

The one rule

The single most important rule is simple: never put oil, drops, cotton buds, or any objects into a child’s ear.

Like, subscribe and comment

Like, subscribe, and share your own experience in the comments below.

Read the full guide

The full guide is on thecareonline.com. General information only, so check with your doctor for your own case.

Nothing on The Care Online is medical advice. Traditional practices are described as tradition, not as fact. Take a persistent or serious concern to a qualified professional. See how videos and posts are made on our methodology page.