Swimmer’s ear: Causes, symptoms, treatment and essential prevention tips

Pain in the ears is often owing to an ear infection where if the infection is in the outer ear or ear canal, it is known as otitis externa or swimmer’s ear but are you aware that swimmer’s ear is not similar to the middle ear infections, known as otitis media, commonly seen among children? Swimmer’s ear: Causes, symptoms, treatment and essential prevention tips Causes: In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Rinky Kapoor, Consultant Dermatologist, Cosmetic Dermatologist and Dermato-Surgeon at The Esthetic Clinics, explained, “This condition can strike anyone irrespective of his/her age group. Shockingly, even wearing earplugs, earbuds, or hearing aids can cause this infection.” The symptoms: Dr Rinky Kapoor shared, “Swimmer's ear or otitis externa, can lead to uncomfortable symptoms and steal your peace of mind. One will also have to take the below-mentioned precautionary measures to keep the swimmer’s ear at bay.” The prevention: Dr Rinky Kapoor advised, “Make sure your ears are dry after swimming.