Middle Ear Effusion in Children (Pootikarna)

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Middle Ear Effusion in Children-Pootikarna

The middle ear is the part of the ear behind the eardrum. It is a cavity where somequantities of fluid are usuallyformed. Generally, this fluid flows out of the ear through the Eustachian tube which connects the middle ear and the back side of the throat.Fluid when gets accumulated in the middle ear result in the condition called middle ear effusion, otitis media with effusion (OME), or serous otitis media. This is common in children of two years or younger age and is rare after eight years of age. In Ayurveda, the condition is called Pootikarna. Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is offering effective management for middle ear effusion in children. IAFA, through its Ayurpediatric department aims at providing the best Ayurvedic treatment to children suffering from various allergies and infections.

Causes of Middle Ear Effusion

Middle ear effusion occurs when the Eustachian tube gets blocked and/or the middle ear secretes large quantity of fluid. This results in accumulation of fluid in the middle ear.

Other risk factors include:

After a cold
After an ear infection
Children with a cleft palate

Ayurvedic reference of Middle Ear Effusion in Children-Pootikarna

Signs and symptoms of Middle Ear Effusion

The most common symptoms are:

Hearing problems
Inattention or unresponsive to calls or talks
Decreased learning rate

Ayurveda explains the symptoms of Pootikarna as painful or painless ears, presence of large quantity of copious, bad smelled fluid in the ear.

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Ayurvedic Allergy Specialist
CEO & Founder of IAFAⓇ

Diet in Middle Ear Effusion in Children

Do’s (Pathya) in Middle Ear Effusion in Children

Use of well ventilated rooms
Frequent intake of small amounts of warm water
Consume hot & fresh food only
Light and easily digestible food
Intake of lesser quantity of food
Green gram
Take vegetables with bitter taste
Mild exercises
Take enough rest

Don’ts (Apathya) in Middle Ear Effusion in Children

Cold water
Non vegetarian food
Fatty food
Fried and bakery food
Head bathing
Day sleep
Application of oil on head
Use of A/C room
Journey to long distances, especially on window seat

Yoga and Pranayama in Middle Ear Effusion in Children

Yoga practice helps to reduce severity of infection.

Savasana
Paryankasana
Sasangasana
Seetalasana
Karnapidasana
Makarasana
Simhasana

Pranayama helps to control movement of air inside the body. It keeps all organs energetic and fresh.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Middle Ear Effusion in Children

Ayurveda suggest effective treatment for middle ear effusion by combining internal medicines and external therapies.

Internal Medicines for middle ear effusion in Children

Amrutotharakashaya
Panchatiktakakashaya
GuggulutiktakaKwatha
Nimbamrutasava
Gorochanadigulika

Kaisoraguggulugulika
Guggulutiktakagrita
Sirasulaadrivajra rasa
Rasagandhimezhuk

External medicines for middle ear effusion in Children

Nirgundyaditaila
Ksharataila
Dasamooladitaila
Thriphaladitaila

Treatment Procedures for middle ear effusion in Children

Virechana (Purgation)
Karnapoorana (filling medicated liquids in ears)
Lepana (Application of medicated paste)

Single Herbs in the Management of middle ear effusion in Children

Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)
Vibheetaki (Terminalia bellerica)
Nirgundi (Vitexnegundo)
Guggulu (Commiphoramukul)

Haridra (Curcuma longa)
Nimba (Azadirachtaindica)
Vilwa (Aegle marmelos)
Asana (Pterocarpus marsupium)

Article Written By: Dr. Sahil Gupta (B.A.M.S., M.H.A.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is Middle Ear Effusion?

Answer: Middle Ear Effusion is the condition where the space or cavity inside the ear gets blocked due to accumulation of fluid.

Question: What are the main symptoms of Middle Ear Effusion?

Answer: The major symptoms of Middle Ear Effusion are lack of response, reduced hearing, unresponsiveness etc.

Question: Is Ayurvedic treatment effective in Middle Ear Effusion?

Answer: Yes, Ayurveda has detailed treatment methods with internal as well as external medicines, treatment procedures etc. that offer effective result in Middle Ear Effusion.