Swimmer’s ear is an outer ear infection (also called otitis externa) that’s commonly caused by moisture. When water remains in the ear (such as after swimming), it can establish a damp environment ...

This look at a children’s health or safety issue comes from Dayton Children’s Hospital. Email: [email protected]. Whether you’re plunging into your neighborhood pool or jumping waves at the ...

Otitis externa, more commonly known as “swimmer’s ear” due to its prevalence in swimmers, can be both painful and a training deterrent. Knowing how to treat and prevent swimmer’s ear is important for ...

The name was made for good reason. Deep explains, “It's usually caused by water remaining in your ear after swimming, creating a moist environment for bacteria to thrive. Water from potentially ...

Both children and adults are susceptible to the ear infection known as "swimmer's ear." Kay Blaschke/Stock4B-RF via Getty Images Many forms of ear infections strike children and adults alike, but ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — If you have been spending a lot of time at the pool or the beach, keep in mind, while a dip in the water can be very inviting, it might also be inviting some serious pain in ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Thomas Schrepfer, University of Florida and Rex Haberman, University of Florida (THE ...

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – Summer is all about spending time in the water. But, if your kids are in the water a lot they may suffer with a common infection known as swimmer’s ear. Thankfully, there are ...

Otitis externa, more commonly known as swimmer’s ear, is a painful infection of the outer ear canal. It is typically caused by water remaining inside the ear after swimming, showering or bathing. The ...