April 27th, 2010 
My Health 
My 5 month old son has been sick with a cough, stuffy nose and fever. He caught it from dad and is now getting over it. I noticed today he keeps scratching the middle of his forehead and putting his fingers in his ears. I checked his ears and found a sticky yellow goo. I figure that this is his first ear infection and have been told it will go away on its own. I know if I take him to the doctor they will prescribe an antibiotic-but I don’t know how I feel about giving him that. I’ve given him liquid tylenol for his fever but what else can I do about his stuffy nose? Also, is there a holistic and natural remedy I can use to help with the ear infection? My poor little guy…it’s one thing after another and he’s teething too. Any advice will do. Please Help!!!
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I understand about the antibiotic – But keep in mind, when dealing with ears-If he keeps having infection you may end up having to put tubes in. Vit. C helps the body fight off before an infection. With one that small I would check with a doctor before Vit. C for a right amount.
A cool mist humidifier will help with the stuffy nose. My husband and I are also against the “meds for everything” crusade. Mullein oil or garlic oil are both good for ear infections. Apply to the end of a Qtip and gently swab ear daily. Both oils fight infection and the mullein oil also reduces inflammation.