How to get rid of swimmer’s ear and prevent it from coming back
Doctors say prescription antibiotic or steroid eardrops are the usual treatment, and about 1 in 10 people will get swimmer’s ear.
- Swimmer's ear affects about 1 in 10 people when water gets trapped in the ear canal, allowing bacteria or fungi to grow and cause infection.
- To manage discomfort, use OTC pain relievers like Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen, which start working within 45 minutes or 30 minutes respectively, or apply heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Healthcare professionals typically prescribe Antibiotic or steroid eardrops as the standard treatment, since oral Antibiotic options are rarely the first choice and most cases improve within 48 hours.
- Keeping ears dry is essential during recovery; experts recommend avoiding water for 10 days, and tilting your head helps water drain from the ear canal.
- Avoid using Q-tips to clean the ear as this can damage the canal; instead, use drying drops made with Alcohol and distilled vinegar after swimming to prevent infection.
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