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Swimmer's ear
externa, also called swimmer's ear, is of the ear canal. It often presents with ear pain, swelling of the ear canal, and occasionally decreased hearing. Typically there is pain with movement of the outer ear. A high fever is typically not present except in severe cases.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·Ear pain, swelling of the ear canal, decreased hearing, difficulty chewing
Causes — why it happens
- · , allergies, disorders
How it's found
- ·Based on symptoms, microbial
Prevention
- ·Acetic acid ear drops
Treatment
- · drops such as ofloxacin, acetic acid
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