Swimmer’s Ear

Swimmer’s ear has a catchy name, but it can really cause problems for both kids and adults, particularly in the summer months when people head to the pool and the beach more often. What is swimmer’s ear? Swimmer’s ear, also known at otitis externa, is a common infection of the outer ear canal, the channel that carries sounds from the outside to the eardrum. Swimmer’s ear can be caused by several different types of bacteria or fungi, but it’s generally easy to treat by your healthcare Read More