infant ear infection--breastmilk as a cure?

[alexmommy]

My 3-month old breastfed DS has a minor ear infection (redness only, no bulging) in one ear after getting a cold. His ped. prescribed antibiotics, but I've heard that a few drops of breastmilk in the affected ear works just as well if not better, w/o the side affects--waterier stools, possible thrush for DS & me. He has only had a low-grade fever, <100.4 rectally. Sleeping more than usual, eating more frequently but less quantity, but still smiles when prompted.

Has anyone tried breastmilk in the ear? I'd love to hear your results. TIA

[hellokitty]

It can't hurt to try. I know mamas who have used breastmilk on wounds, eczema and things like pink eye. So, it wouldn't surprise me if it would help an ear infection too.