"Bed Buddy" (aka 'heat pack') to the rescue!

As I'd mentioned in another post, I've been having issues with water behind my ears. I went to the doctor, who only said that an antihistamine "may" help, but otherwise, just give it time to clear up on its own.

Steaming has helped a lot. Then, I read that keeping your ear on a warm, moist pack can help. I thought of my "Bed Buddy," put it in the microwave for a couple of minutes, and gave it a try.

I took the "Bed Buddy" to bed with me last night (where else would you use something called a "Bed Buddy," huh??) and put it on my pillow.

It really seems to help! The only caution is that the "Bed Buddy" can heat up pretty fast, so you don't want your ear to get burnt! Wait til it's comfortably warm. I'm guessing it helps open the Eustachian tube.

Just thought I'd share. My ears are as touchy as a little kid when the cool air hits. A hat is a must. Hopefully, yours are better than that!

Hi Joy: I can remember using a humidifier for ear trouble when I was little. I don't think they had anything like Bed Buddies at that time, but we did have a hot water bottle.

Hope your ear aches are a thing of the past!

Love my bed buddies!!!

I love bed buddies, too, getting by! Nothing electric to cause problems.

Joy: I could see how hot wash cloths wrapped in a towel would work. Glad we have microwaves now, though!

DianeB: I'd never thought of sleeping with more than one at night---good idea to use a few! I could use warmth in my neck/back area, as well as feet and legs. Going to try that.

Thank you all!