Swimmer's ear (otitis externa) is outer ear canal infection from water exposure. Prevention is easier than treatment. Herbal ear drops may help mild cases.
Swimmer's ear (otitis externa) is outer ear canal infection from water exposure. Prevention is easier than treatment. Herbal ear drops may help mild cases.
Ear pain (severe, worsens with tugging earlobe), itching, drainage, decreased hearing, feeling of fullness.
Severe pain, fever, drainage, or symptoms not improving with self-care need medical evaluation. Usually requires prescription drops.
Dry ears after swimming (tilt head, gentle towel), hair dryer on low, avoid cotton swabs, pool ear drops (alcohol-vinegar mix) preventively.
Prevention: alcohol-vinegar drops (rubbing alcohol + white vinegar 50/50) after swimming. Tea Tree oil (diluted, avoid if perforation). Garlic oil drops. ACV dilute. Pain control with NSAIDs. Often needs prescription if established.
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