Swimmer's ear

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What is Swimmer's ear?

Swimmer's ear is inflammation, irritation, or infection of the outer ear and ear canal. The medical term for swimmer's ear is otitis externa.

This article discusses acute swimmer's ear. See also: Swimmer's ear - chronic

Alternative Names:

Ear infection - outer ear - acute; Otitis externa - acute

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