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  2. Earplug - Wikipedia

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    Earplug. An earplug is a device that is inserted in the ear canal to protect the user's ears from loud noises, intrusion of water, foreign bodies, dust or excessive wind. Since they reduce the sound volume, earplugs may prevent hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing of the ears), in some cases.

  3. Otitis externa - Wikipedia

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    According to one source, the use of in-ear headphones during otherwise "dry" exercise in the summer has been associated with the development of swimmer's ear since the plugs can create a warm and moist environment inside the ears. The source claims that on-ear or over-ear headphones can be a better alternative for preventing swimmer's ear.

  4. Surfer's ear - Wikipedia

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    Surfer's ear is the common name for an exostosis or abnormal bone growth within the ear canal. They are otherwise benign hyperplasias (growths) of the tympanic bone thought to be caused by frequent cold-water exposure. [1] Cases are often asymptomatic. [1] Surfer's ear is not the same as swimmer's ear, although infection can result as a side ...

  5. Swimming - Wikipedia

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    Swimming. A competitive swimmer performing the breaststroke. Swimming is the self- propulsion of a person through water, or other liquid, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs and the body to achieve hydrodynamic thrust that results in directional motion.

  6. Tympanostomy tube - Wikipedia

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    Tympanostomy tube, also known as a grommet, myringotomy tube, or pressure equalizing tube, is a small tube inserted into the eardrum via a surgical procedure called myringotomy to keep the middle ear aerated for a prolonged period of time, typically to prevent accumulation of fluid in the middle ear. [1] The tube itself is made in a variety of ...

  7. 24 Big Summer Health Problems To Avoid at All Costs - AOL

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    Swimmer's Ear Ear infections are another common issue cropping up each summer, said Eric Branda, an audiologist and director of product management at the hearing-aid company Signia.

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