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Swimmer's ear

Alternative Names: Ear infection - outer ear - acute; Otitis externa - acute Prevention: Dry the ear thoroughly after exposure to moisture. Avoid swimming in polluted water. Use earplugs when swimming. Consider putting a few drops of a 1:1 mixture of alcohol and white vinegar in the ears after they get wet. The alcohol and acetic acid prevent bacterial growth.

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