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Swollen Ear Canal: Common Causes, Symptoms and More

How to Prevent Swollen Ear Canal

Below are some useful tips to help you prevent a swollen ear canal:

– Avoid swimming in water bodies with high bacteria levels

– Wear a swimmer’s cap or earplugs to protect your ears from water

– Dry the ears thoroughly with a clean towel after bathing or swimming

– Pulling on the earlobe or tilting the head to drain water. A hairdryer can also help

– Clean your hearing aids and earbuds regularly

– Avoid putting cotton swabs or your fingers into the ear canal

– Using an ear-drying drop after bathing or swimming [10]