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Otitis Externa - Swimmer's Ear
What Is Otitis Externa (Swimmer's Ear)?
Swimmer's ear, also called otitis externa, is an infection of the outer ear canal. Swimmer's ear is either caused by a fungus or bacteria. Water that remains trapped in the ear canal (when swimming, for example) can provide a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi.
Otitis Externa
Otitis externa (OE), or swimmer's ear, is, typically, a bacterial infection in the outer ear canal. Eardrops can be used to treat the infection.
Otitis Externa
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