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Swimmer’s Ear

If you spend your summers at the

lake or in the pool, you’re a good

candidate for swimmer’s ear. This

is an infection that occurs when

bacteria in the water get into your

ear and grow, causing a painful

earache. The best way to prevent

swimmer’s ear is to dry out the

ears and disinfect the canals.

Follow these steps:

1.After you swim, dry your ears

thoroughly with a towel.

2. Mix 1 teaspoon rubbing

alcohol with 1 teaspoon white

vinegar. Ask a parent to put a few

drops in each ear. The alcohol

helps dry out the ear, and the

vinegar kills bacteria.

3. If you have ear pain,

especially when you tug on your

ear, see a doctor.