There are self-care and medical treatments as well as preventive measures than can relieve you from the outbreak of this infection. One of the primary steps towards the self-cure of this infection is to avoid further traumas to the ear.

It is very important for the person to refrain himself from cleaning or clearing the drainage coming out of the ear, instead he must visit a doctor for the same. Further, heat, with the help of a heating pad, can be offered to the ear to alleviate the level of pain. In case, the heating pad is overtly hot, the person can protect the ear by using a folded or thick towel placed above the ear. In severe cases, the above mentioned steps may act as a secondary treatment. Such people should be given an immediate dosage of over-the-counter medicines like aspirin, ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

These medicines will offer instant relief from the excruciating pain. Further, there are numerous ear drops that contain strong anti-biotic which can be purchased only after the due prescription of the doctor. Corticosteroids in form of pills and drops can also be used to inhibit the further growth of the bacterial infestation. Visit the doctor every day to get the drainage cleaned so that the medicines are allowed to work better.