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 ...

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MDMedically reviewed by John Carew, MD Self-care for otitis externa (swimmer's ear) can be used to treat mild symptoms caused by this inflammation and infection of ...

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 ...

This painful, itchy infection can dampen summer fun. Here’s how to avoid getting it. Ask Well This painful, itchy infection can dampen summer fun. Here’s how to avoid getting it. Credit...Joyce Lee ...

Some people use rubbing alcohol to treat various ear conditions, such as swimmers’ ear or middle and inner ear infections. Rubbing alcohol is also known as isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol. People ...

Summer is less than a month away, with more time for swimming in the pool, boogie-boarding in the surf, or wakeboarding at the lake. If your child suddenly experiences ear pain after swimming, or if ...

Q: You have given your readers some very bad advice. As a practicing physician for 44 years, I advise my patients after they bathe, shower or swim to simply use a hair dryer to gently blow warm (not ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Several beach goers are going kite surfing at Ledbetter beach this week. But before entering the water, they take extra precaution to protect their ears by putting on ear plugs ...