#swimmer's ear

[ajgrey9647]

PSA: I'm not dead. Just on vacation this week lol.... will be back. That's a threat and a promise 🫠

[that-one-scorpia-kinnie]

I went for a swim yesterday and I still can't hear shit out of my left ear. Swimmer's ear fuckin sucks. 😔

[iwhumpyou]

Fun things about earaches:

They are painful.

You know that thing where you’re in a plane or otherwise changed altitude and your ears have this split-second of high, thrumming pressure before your ears pop?  That’s how it feels, except your ears never pop.

They itch.

Ear is swollen and tender.

Tenderness extends a good one inch all around your ear.

Pain radiates down your jaw and makes it exceedingly difficult to open and chew.  (Not to talk, though.)

Sadly, chewing/swallowing is supposed to be helpful, to let the ears drain.

They will not stop throbbing.

The pain is unsymmetric, so one ear hurts worse than the other, and it alternates on different days.

Sleeping is a nightmare.  Your ears do not want to touch the pillow.  They will throb all night long.  They will shriek (literally shriek) in protest if you so much as twitch your head.

If your ears get clogged, your voice sounds like it’s coming out the other end of a phone call.

A particularly bad clogged ear sounds like a badly tuned radio linked to your pulse.

Listening to your heartbeat pulse unevenly in your ears is torture.

You will spend days gritting your teeth and cursing out your past self for not drying your ears after the shower.

Source: I’m glaring at my screen and I can’t move my jaw, take a wild fucking guess.

[archaeologicalnews]

Neanderthals commonly suffered from 'swimmer's ear'

Abnormal bony growths in the ear canal were surprisingly common in Neanderthals, according to a study published August 14, 2019 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Erik Trinkaus of Washington University and colleagues.

External auditory exostoses are dense bony growths that protrude into the ear canal. In modern humans, this condition is commonly called "swimmer's ear" and is known to be correlated with habitual exposure to cold water or chilly air, though there is also a potential genetic predisposition for the condition. Such exostoses have been noted in ancient humans, but little research has examined how the condition might inform our understanding of past human lifestyles.

In this study, Trinkaus and colleagues examined well-preserved ear canals in the remains of 77 ancient humans, including Neanderthals and early modern humans from the Middle to Late Pleistocene Epoch of western Eurasia. Read more.

[cwhapd]

[snowe-zolynn-rogers]

I just found out I have swimmers ear and am out of milk and have no good chicken noodle soup left.

Oof, I hope you get better, dear.

[minutemedwalkinclinic]

Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear) | MinuteMed Walk In Clinics

Understanding Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear): A Comprehensive Guide from MinuteMed Walk In Clinic in Lafayette LA. Call Today 337-534-4410

Understanding Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear): A Comprehensive Guide

Ever experienced that nagging ear pain after a refreshing swim? You might be dealing with otitis externa, commonly known as swimmer’s ear. At MinuteMed Walk In Clinic in Lafayette, LA, we’re here to unravel the mysteries of this condition and guide you toward relief. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about otitis externa, from its causes and symptoms to prevention and treatment.

What is Otitis Externa?

Otitis externa is an inflammation of the outer ear canal. It’s often caused by water remaining in the ear after swimming, creating a moist environment that promotes bacterial growth. But it’s not just swimmers who are affected—anyone can get it.

[vedicarehealth1]

How to prevent swimmer’s ear?

Swimmer’s ear or Otitis externa is an infection, irritation, and inflammation in your outer ear canal. It is a condition that often happens to children or swimmers of any age. It is not contagious (spread from person to person). This painful condition can be prevented by taking a few precautions.

Here are some effective ways to prevent swimmer's ear:

Keep your ears dry- Use earplugs or a swim cap to block water entry while swimming or showering

Dry ears thoroughly- After water contact, drain out the water by tilting your head to each side and gently dry the outer ear with a towel or a hair dryer on a low setting.

Avoid inserting objects- Do not use cotton swabs or other objects that can damage the ear canal and promote bacterial growth.

Use ear drops- Certain ear drops can help dry out excess moisture and maintain ear health.

Keep the ear hygienic- Clean your ears regularly by gently washing the outer ear. Avoid aggressive cleaning that can disrupt the natural balance of ear wax.

Following these practices can significantly reduce the risk of developing swimmer's ear, keeping ears healthy and infection-free.