Like hydrogen peroxide, olive oil could help both remove water from the ear and prevent infections. Warm olive oil up in a bowl until it is lukewarm. Make sure the oil is not any hotter than this, and then place a few drops in the plugged ear. Lay down on your side, affected ear up, and allow 10 minutes for the olive oil to do its work. The, tilt the ear down to allow the water to drain.

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