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U | Infection of
the lining to the ear canal is a condition known as
otitis
Prevention
Follow these tips to avoid swimmer's ear:
Dry your ears
thoroughly after exposure to moisture from swimming or bathing. Dry
only your outer ear slowly and gently with a soft towel or cloth.
Never insert your finger or any other object into your ear.
Avoid swimming in
polluted water.
Use earplugs when
swimming.
Mix 1 part white
vinegar with 1 part alcohol to make an effective eardrop to use
before and after swimming. Pour 1 teaspoon of the solution into each
ear and let it drain back out. This mixture may help prevent the
growth of bacteria and fungi that can cause swimmer's ear.
Use oil or lanolin
eardrops in your ears before swimming to prevent the effects of
water.
Never attempt to
dig out excess or hardened earwax with items such as a cotton swab,
paper clip or hairpin. Using these items can pack material deeper
into your ear canal and irritate the thin skin inside your ear.
Avoid substances
that may irritate your ear, such as hair sprays and hair dyes. Put
cotton balls in your ears when applying these products.
If
you already have an ear infection or have recently had ear surgery,
consult your doctor before you swim.
Self-care
If the aching is mild and there's no drainage from your ear, try these
steps:
Place a warm (not
hot) heating pad over or against your ear to help reduce pain.
Keep your ear dry
while it's healing. Use earplugs when showering or bathing.
Refrain from
swimming and cleaning your ears until the infection is gone.
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