Expert-approved home remedies for removing water from your ear
Having water stuck in your ear can be annoying, especially during the summer. Mayo Clinic physicians recommend using a towel to dry the area or a mixture of rubbing alcohol and white vinegar to help evaporate the water and prevent bacterial or fungal growth. However, caution should be exercised if there is a risk of a perforated eardrum, ear tubes, or severe infection. Most of the time, the water will naturally evaporate, but if the problem persists, it may indicate swimmer's ear, an infection of the ear canal. Practicing good ear hygiene and keeping the ear dry can help prevent swimmer's ear.