Now that you know a lot more about swimmer’s ear and how to treat it, here are some tips that may prevent the condition from developing the next time your holiday plans or family routine include fun on the water. 1. Keep the wax intact. Earwax protects against foreign objects entering the ear canal and...
True to post-December holiday patterns, we saw two cases of swimmer’s ear in the clinic yesterday! Here are some tips for how to look after a child who has been diagnosed with this condition: 1. Use the eardrops your doctor prescribes. Don’t attempt to treat the infection on your own. Using the wrong medication can...
If your kids are like mine (and their many cousins), school holidays mean exciting extra time for one of their favorite activities: swimming. Each January, however, our clinic sees several cases of “swimmer’s ear” following December’s fun in the sun. Swimmer’s ear (external otitis) is an uncomfortable condition that affects the ear canal, the part...
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