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 ...

It’s as accurate a name as you’ll find for a malady that does, indeed, tend to strike swimmers. Swimmer’s ear. So what is it? According to Dr. Helen Yang, a pediatrician with Sunshine Valley ...

Should you wear earplugs when swimming? Without earplugs, it’s very easy for water to enter the ear canal. This creates a moist environment where bacteria can grow, sometimes resulting in a painful ...

QUESTION: My child gets frequent swimmer’s ear. What causes this and how do I prevent it? ANSWER: Swimmer’s ear, or otitis externa, is an infection of the canal leading to the eardrum. This dark, warm ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- It's one of the most annoying feelings in the world. It's a hot day and you take a dip in the pool or ocean to cool off. Feeling ambitious, you do a lap, maybe two, before ...

Whether you’re prone to swimming-related ear infections, work in a noisy environment or are plagued by a snoring partner, there is an ear-plug to suit your specific needs. Here are five options that ...

Summertime trips to the lake or pool can be fun, but sometimes they can result in painful ear infections. One viewer emailed in this question: Dear Dr. Manny, My kids get swimmer's ear every summer ...

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Now that summer is in full swing, people lucky enough to have their own pool (or at least live near someone who does) are probably spending a lot of time in the water. And while that’s a great way to ...