Surfer’s Ear: Prevention and Protection
Cold water and strong wind conditions may develop “Surfer’s Ear” and an increased probability of undergoing surgical operation. “Surfer’s Ear”, medically known as external auditory exostosis, is a progressive ear problem that can beprevented to avoid painful infections and unwanted surgeries. Frequent surfers have higher risks of developing “Surfer’s Ear”. Chill winds and low temperature […]
Cold water and strong wind conditions may develop “Surfer’s Ear” and an increased probability of undergoing surgical operation. “Surfer’s Ear”, medically known as external auditory exostosis, is a progressive ear problem that can beprevented to avoid painful infections and unwanted surgeries. Frequent surfers have higher risks of developing “Surfer’s Ear”. Chill winds and low temperature waters produce a refrigeration effect within the ear promoting blood to flow to the affected area. This process causes the growth of abnormal bone in the ear channel. “Surfer’s Ear” can come at any age, in any part of the globe. If untreated, the ear canal will be closing and surfers tend to lose their hearing.
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Surfer’s Ear: Prevention and Protection
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