Ear Infection Symptoms, Ear Canal (Swimmer’s Ear)

Symptoms of an infection in the ear canal (swimmer’s ear) may include: Pain, especially when you touch your ear, wiggle your earlobe, or chew. Redness or swelling in the ear canal. Drainage from the ear.

Ear Infection Symptoms, Ear Canal (Swimmer’s Ear)

Ear Infection Symptoms, Ear Canal (Swimmer’s Ear)

Symptoms of an infection in the ear canal (swimmer’s ear) may include:

  • Pain, especially when you touch your ear, wiggle your earlobe, or chew.
  • Redness or swelling in the ear canal.
  • Drainage from the ear.

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Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine

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