6 Symptoms of Ear Infection You Shouldn’t Ignore and Common Causes (Page 2 ) | March 16, 2025

5. Muffled hearing or ringing

In mild situations, this symptom may not be present, but in more severe cases, your hearing may be compromised. You may notice a decreased capacity to hear or a persistent ringing deep within your ear.

6. Drainage of odorless fluid

As with other symptoms, the little amount of odorless fluid may progressively rise as the infection progresses. It can grow from a small amount to become excessive over time.

How to prevent ear infections

1. Avoid using cotton swabs or foreign objects.

Cotton swabs may appear to be useful for cleaning the ears, but they can instead push earwax deeper, causing irritation. If you encounter any discomfort, you should quit using them. Furthermore, avoiding the use of foreign objects such as keys, hairpins, or paper clips to scrape or clean the ears is critical, since they can push the earwax deeper, causing skin irritation or injury.

2. Use a blow-dryer on its lowest setting to dry your ears.

After being exposed to water, make sure to properly dry your ears by tilting your head and gently rubbing them with a towel. By gently pushing your earlobe in different directions, you can help any trapped water exit safely. If you still have water in your ears after getting home, use a blow-dryer with a low-speed, low-heat setting to help dry them out. Be cautious not to direct wind straight into the ear canal.

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