
#413: Common Ear Complaints, Ear Exam 101, Cerumen Remedies, and more! Get an EARful with Dr. Angela Peng!
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
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Options for Disinfecting the Ear after Swimming
In this chapter, they discuss different options for disinfecting the ear after swimming to prevent ear infections. They mention over-the-counter solutions that can be used, particularly for patients who frequently get ear infections. They also talk about a commonly used prescription drug, ophoxacin, which can be expensive but can be split into two separate bottles to make it more affordable. They emphasize the importance of using ophthalmic formulations for the ear and not vice versa.
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