How can I get water out of my ear after swimming?
- Written by Peter Carew, Senior Lecturer in Audiology, The University of Melbourne; Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Rhett Noonan/UnsplashSwimming is one of the best parts of summer. But long after you’ve cooled down and dried off, you might be left with a niggling feeling – there is still water in your ear.
Your ear may feel full or blocked and sounds may be muffled. You may even hear some gurgling or rustling noises.
While water usually drains...





