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Natural Remedies for Ear Wax Removal in Children

In normal amounts, ear wax (cerumen) provides protection from bacteria and acts as a self-cleaning agent and lubricant, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. However, once ear wax builds up, it can cause discomfort, partial hearing loss, tinnitus, odor, itchiness and dryness of the ears. If your child experiences one or more of these symptoms, it’s time to clean up his ears. Fortunately, you can perform natural remedies to remove ear wax.

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External Ear Infection

An external ear infection, also commonly known as swimmer’s ear or otitis externa, affects the ear canal, which starts at the opening of the ear and continues to the ear drum. Otitis externa differs from a middle ear infection, which children commonly get from a cold. When a child has a middle ear infection, the eustachian tube becomes filled with fluid and bacteria. During an external ear infection, the skin of the ear canal becomes infected with bacteria.

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11 Ways to Reuse Glass Jars

We all have them in our home. Glass jars, whether it be jars of spaghetti sauce or canning jars, we have them and feel guilty about throwing them out. But what can we use them for? Here are a few ideas. If you have more, please press the comment button at the bottom and add your ideas.Containers for Homemade Gifts