Nasal allergies, or allergic rhinitis, can cause ear pain. Allergens trigger the release of histamine and other chemicals in the body. These chemicals cause irritation in the nose and sinuses, which can affect the ear and cause ear pain. In some cases, swelling and a buildup of fluid can also cause ear infections.
Can allergies cause inner ear inflammation?
Specifically, allergies can contribute to ear pain when: Inflammation blocks the Eustachian tubes. Fluid builds up in the middle ear. Bacteria grows in this fluid.
How do you fix inflammation in the ear?
Treatment1Apply a warm cloth or warm water bottle to the affected ear.2Use over-the-counter pain relief drops for ears. Or, ask the provider about prescription eardrops to relieve pain.3Take over-the-counter medicines such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain or fever. DO NOT give aspirin to children.
What causes the ear to be inflamed?
Ear swelling can be caused by trauma, like from getting hit in the ear by a ball or even getting your ears pierced. Some medical conditions, like an ear infection, can cause your ears to swell. If the swelling is uncomfortable, using ice or heat, on and off, can reduce swelling and lessen pain.
Can allergies cause ear swelling?
Allergies and your ears The lining of the Eustachian tube (passage connecting the throat to the ear) can become swollen when your immune system overreacts to an allergen. This swelling can cause pressure and pain – along with fluid buildup and a blocked ear.
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