Health Tip: Prevent Swimmer's Ear

(HealthDay News) -- Swimmer's ear occurs when water builds up in the ear, causing an infection of the outer ear canal. Symptoms may include pain, swelling, redness and draining pus.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests how to help prevent swimmer's ear:

  • Keep water out of your ears while swimming by using ear plugs or a bathing cap.
  • Thoroughly dry your ears when you're finished swimming. Tilt your head in each direction, pull gently on your earlobe and pat dry with a towel.
  • Never insert anything (such as a finger or cotton swab) into the ear.
  • Use a blow-dryer on its lowest setting to completely dry your ears.
  • Don't try to remove any ear wax yourself. Seek the help of a physician.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Antibiotics Might Increase Risk of Childhood Asthma, Allergies

    Wildfire Smoke Alters Immune System, Study Says

    Seasonal Allergies Might Increase Suicide Rate, Study Says

    Are You Ruining Your Child's Chance To Avoid Food Allergies?

    Allergy Expert Gives Tips On Seasonal Allergies

    Radon Exposure Linked to Increased Asthma Symptoms in Children

    Antibiotics Might Increase Risk of Childhood Asthma, Allergies

    1 in 6 U.S. Adults With Asthma Can't Afford Meds

    Timing Might Be Everything With Asthma Inhalers

    Wildfire Smoke Flooded ERs With Asthma Cases

    CDC Reports Potentially Troublesome Mutations in Bird Flu Found in Louisiana Patient

    Local Outbreaks Can Motivate The Vaccine-Hesitant, Poll Finds

    Second Flu Vaccine Meeting Canceled -- What Happens Next?

    How Wildfires Might Increase Risk Of Flu, COVID-19

    Blood Test May Help Predict How Long Immunity Lasts