How to help an ear ache go away faster?

wow I feel for you there,s nothing more uncomfortable than an ear ache.My friend said heat makes the infection spread. So she used a salt box. She cut a hole in it to hold a 10 watt bulb and held it on her kids ears for 5 min at a time. She got real good results. if the pain continues you may have to see the doc. Another thing my ear doc told me use one tablespoon alcohol one table spoon peroxide one tablespoon water warmed. Use a baby syringe for cleaning their nose and rinse your ear. If you get a tempature over a 100 you have infection. My ear doc said do not use over the counter wax removers they well cause more complications. Gargle with warm salt water it not only soothes the throat but well help to open up your ears. You can also use caster oil or glycerin to remove ear wax. Good luck I wish for you to get well Soon. Grandma sue