{"id":1919,"date":"2023-07-07T16:41:49","date_gmt":"2023-07-07T22:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southvalleyent.com\/?p=1919"},"modified":"2023-11-14T17:39:04","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T00:39:04","slug":"what-are-the-best-types-of-earplugs-for-preventing-swimmers-ear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southvalleyent.com\/what-are-the-best-types-of-earplugs-for-preventing-swimmers-ear\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Best Types of Earplugs for Preventing Swimmer\u2019s Ear?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Summer is here, and it’s looking to be a hot one. One of the best ways to cool off during a hot Utah day is to take the whole family for a swim somewhere like West Jordan Pool. However, if you or your child is prone to ear problems, it may be a good idea to invest in some earplugs that can help prevent swimmer\u2019s ear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Swimmer\u2019s ear, or otitis externa, is a bacterial infection that affects the outer ear canal. It’s often caused by water that remains in your ear after swimming, hence the name; however, it does have other causes as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of swimmer\u2019s ear include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While anyone can develop swimmer\u2019s ear, certain factors may put a person more at risk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You have a few different options when it comes to earplugs for swimmer\u2019s ear. One of the decisions you\u2019ll have to make is whether to get custom earplugs or store-bought versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Custom earplugs can be ordered through a medical specialist. They come with many advantages, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While custom earplugs will likely provide a superior experience, they are not as convenient to get as earplugs that are available online or at most pharmacies in Utah. Additionally, store-bought earplugs are inexpensive and easy to replace in case you lose them. They also tend to come in bright colors, which makes them easier to locate if they sink to the bottom of the pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, while they may offer more convenience, they may not fit as well, nor are many types washable, meaning they\u2019ll need to be regularly replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n