Swimmer's ear

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Swimmer's ear is an infection or inflammation of the canal between the eardrum and the outer ear. Causes include water in the ear canal, mechanical damage due to overzealous cleaning, and chemical irritation from hair treatment products.

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Swimmer's ear (otitis externa)

In an emergency

If you are in an emergency situation, call 000

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Get qualified health advice 24/7 for the cost of a local call: 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84)

Last updated:: 9 October 2017

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