9 Common Summer Ailments and How to Treat Them

Swimmer’s ear is an infection that occurs when water is retained inside the ear after swimming, which creates a moist environment for bacteria to grow in. It can be treated with ear drops, but you can also help to prevent swimmer’s ear by drying ears thoroughly after swimming or bathing and avoiding aggressive cleaning with cotton swabs or other foreign objects. If your child is itching his ears or complaining of pain after swimming, he may have swimmer’s ear; should the symptoms get severe, consult a doctor.