Is it good for otitis media to pinch the nose and blow air to the ears?
Dec 09, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
Pinching the nose and blowing air is generally beneficial for otitis media. Otitis media usually refers to an infection in the middle ear caused by bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens. Symptoms may include hearing loss, fluid drainage, pus, or even bleeding from the ear canal, as well as abnormal conditions such as ear pain and tinnitus. After developing otitis media, patients can use anti-infective medications under a doctor's guidance.
Pinching the nose and blowing air is generally beneficial for the ears in cases of otitis media.
Otitis media usually refers to an infection in the middle ear caused by bacteria, viruses, etc. Symptoms may include hearing loss, fluid discharge from the ear canal, pus or even bleeding, as well as ear pain and tinnitus. After developing otitis media, patients can use anti-infective medications under a doctor's guidance. Commonly used drugs include amoxicillin capsules and erythromycin capsules to control inflammation. Additionally, the method of pinching the nose and blowing air (also known as the Valsalva maneuver) can be adopted to help improve drainage from the middle ear cavity and temporarily open the Eustachian tube, thereby relieving symptoms such as tinnitus and ear fullness. Therefore, pinching the nose and blowing air is generally considered beneficial for the ears in otitis media.
Although pinching the nose and blowing air may have certain benefits for otitis media, frequently performing this action may increase pressure within the ear, potentially leading to eardrum rupture, which could result in hearing loss or even permanent hearing impairment.
