Excess moisture in the ear from heavy perspiration or prolonged humid weather also can be a culprit. Scratches or abrasions in the ear canal increase the risk of developing otitis externa.

What’s more common with ear cleaning, he said, is that people damage the skin in the ear canal, leading to swimmer’s ear—which, despite the name, you can get without swimming —and symptoms ...

I often see people make their problem worse by using inappropriate therapies, especially peroxide, and also by putting objects in the ear to scratch it. This can lead to abrasions, lacerations and ...

I often see people make their problem worse by using inappropriate therapies, especially peroxide, and also by putting objects in the ear to scratch it. This can lead to abrasions, lacerations and ...

Skin Damage "Inserting your finger in your ear, especially if you have long, sharp nails, can damage the delicate tissues of the ear canal by creating small abrasions.

While anyone who touches their ear with unwashed hands is at risk of infection, those with extended nails are especially vulnerable.

Q-tips, or cotton swabs, are safe to use outside your ear, but they should not be stuck inside your ear to clear out wax. We'll discuss why and what to do instead.

I often see people make their problem worse by using inappropriate therapies, especially peroxide, and also by putting objects in the ear to scratch it. This can lead to abrasions, lacerations and ...

He pulled out a 4-inch centipede that had apparently made itself at home inside his ear canal. Cue the horror movie soundtrack.

LOOMIS'S BODY FOUND ON ENGLISH COAST; Abrasion Behind Right Ear Only Suggestion of Violence. IDENTIFIED BY U.S. CONSUL Remains Were Washed Ashore at Thurlestone Sands -- Inquest to Be Held To-morrow.