UNC Healthcare says millions of people each year are diagnosed with otitis externa, more commonly known as swimmer’s ear. According to the CDC, swimmer’s ear is most often caused by water staying in ...

Whether you regularly frequent the pool or you’re gearing up for another summer at the lake or beach, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with the nuisance of having water trapped in your ear (and ...

Swimmer’s ear, a condition that occurs when water or moisture is trapped in the ear canal, is often talked about during summer, but health professionals say it is a year-round condition and doesn’t ...

Summer is here and if there's one thing Australians love, it's being in the water - whether it be ocean, pool or river.

Healthline explains 12 different ways to help get water out of your ear. Some are more self-explanatory than others, while some require more steps: . Swimming safety: Swimming in freshwater? Here's ...

It's common to get water in your ear while bathing, but sometimes it gets stuck, causing discomfort and even hearing problems. If left for too long, it can increase the risk of ear infections. If you ...

That squishy feeling in your ear after a swim or shower can be really annoying. Getting water trapped in your ear is a common, uncomfortable experience, especially for swimmers, gym-goers, or people ...

With the warm weather and so many children swimming, there will soon be a surge in the number of cases of "swimmer's ear" (technically called otitis externa). Swimmer's ear involves the skin lining of ...

A man who thought his ear was blocked from water went to a doctor and was told he was fine. A visit to a specialist a couple of days later found something else in his left ear: a cockroach. Zane ...

A New Zealand man went for a swim recently to cool off during the hot summer days in the Southern Hemisphere nation and thought he had water stuck in his ear following the dip, but it turned out to be ...