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Bay County, Fla. -

The heat is on, and one way to get relief is by hitting the pool or Gulf, but be aware of swimmer's ear.

Dr. Timothy Nichols from Emerald Coast Urgent Care says when water gets trapped in the ear canal, it's easy to get an infection. 

He says symptoms include:

  • Ear pain
  • Swelling 
  • Redness of the ear canal
  • Drainage from the ear
  • Swollen lymph nodes in the neck
  • Decreased ability to hear from the affected ear

Dr. Nichols says to treat swimmer's ear:

  • Keep the ear dry
  • Avoid putting anything in the ear
  • Take any prescribed medications

If you notice any symptoms of swimmer's ear, see a doctor because it can turn in to a serious condition if not treated.