
As any parent knows, there are few summer activities that kids love more than swimming. After all, not only is it an opportunity to beat the heat, but it’s also a great playtime activity with their peers. That being said, kids do have a tendency to get carried away when enjoying themselves, and before long, their tiny ears have been exposed to water for hours. Unfortunately, this might cause a condition called swimmer’s ear, which can be very painful, especially for children. Swimmer’s Ear 101 As you might know, the ear is like a canal. When your child swims, especially for extended periods, moisture tends to be trapped in the outer ear canal — and whenever there’s moisture, bacterial growth can’t be that far behind.
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