Swimmer's Ear (Otitis Externa) Treatment in Thrissur

 

Expert Diagnosis & Gentle Care at Relentcare ENT Clinic, Kolazhy, Thrissur

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🌊 What Is Swimmer’s Ear?

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Swimmer’s Ear, also called Otitis Externa, is an infection of the outer ear canal, the part that connects your outer ear to your eardrum. It often occurs when water remains in the ear, creating a moist environment where bacteria or fungi thrive.

You don't have to be a swimmer to get this—humid weather, ear cleaning with cotton buds, or earphone/hearing aid use can also lead to it.

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🩺 Symptoms of Swimmer’s Ear

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Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Look out for:

Mild:

• Itching inside the ear

• Mild pain, especially when touching the ear

• Slight redness or swelling

• Clear fluid drainage

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Moderate to Advanced:

• Increased pain, possibly spreading to the neck or jaw

• Muffled hearing or ear blockage

• Pus or foul-smelling discharge

• Swelling of the ear or nearby lymph nodes

• Fever in advanced cases

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🛑 Don't ignore even mild symptoms. Early treatment prevents complications.

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👩‍⚕️ When to See a Doctor

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👉 Mild discomfort or drainage? Book an appointment.
🚨 Severe pain, swelling, or fever? Seek urgent ENT care.

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At Relentcare ENT Clinic, we offer same-day appointments and accurate diagnosis for ear infections.

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🔍 Diagnosis at Relentcare ENT Clinic

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We use ENT endoscopy to inspect the ear canal in detail. This helps us:

• Confirm infection type (bacterial, fungal)

• Assess the extent of swelling or debris

• Rule out foreign bodies, earwax blockage, or eardrum perforation

🎥 Video endoscopy lets you see what’s happening inside your ear—helping you understand your condition clearly.

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💊 Best Treatment for Swimmer’s Ear in Thrissur

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At our clinic, treatment is personalized based on severity:

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Mild to Moderate Cases:

• Antibiotic or antifungal ear drops

• Pain relief medications

• Ear cleaning (aural toileting)

• Moisture protection advice

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Advanced or Recurrent Cases:

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• Endoscopic ear toileting

• Prescription-strength medications

• Wound care for raw or inflamed canal skin

• Management of coexisting issues like eczema or psoriasis

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🏥 Why Choose Relentcare ENT Clinic?

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✔️ Specialist ENT care by Dr. Vidya Ramdas
✔️ Endoscopic diagnosis for precise evaluation
✔️ Comfortable, clean environment in Kolazhy, Thrissur
✔️ Best-in-class treatment with a gentle and personalized approach
✔️ Guidance on preventing future infections

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🛡️ Prevention Tips We Offer Our Patients

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• Keep ears dry after bathing or swimming

• Avoid cotton buds or hairpins in the ears

• Use preventive ear drops if you're prone to infections

• Talk to us before swimming post ear infection or surgery

• Learn proper earwax care techniques from us