By Peter Carew* of
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Swimming 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 naturally, a few tips can help speed things up and prevent swimmer's ear, a common infection after swimming.
Why water gets stuck
You might think your ear canal is a straight tube, but it's not. It bends twice, and some people's canals are naturally narrower than others.
The ear canal is lined with hair and wa
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