Herbs for ear infections will vary depending on whether the infection is an internal ear (otitis media) or external ear infection (otitis externa). External ear infections will often occur if the ear canal becomes wet making the bacteria that are always present, flourish under these conditions. For this type of infection, herbal antiseptic ear drops that also sooth and dry out the ear canal are the principal treatment. Internal ear infections require closer attention as to their cause as this type of infection is often secondary to a bout of tonsillitis, sinus infection or a viral cold. This type of