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12 Surfer's Ear: How the cold can close your ear canals

12 Surfer's Ear: How the cold can close your ear canals

Update: 2025-07-30
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If you love the ocean but hate the feeling of blocked ears, this episode is for you.

This week we dive into Surfer’s Ear — a condition where your ear grows bone in response to cold water and wind exposure. Learn how this sneaky process gradually narrows your ear canal, leading to trapped water, infections, and even hearing loss.

You’ll discover:

  • What Surfer’s Ear is and how it develops

  • The symptoms to watch out for — even if you’re not a surfer

  • Simple prevention tips to protect your ears in cold environments

  • What to expect if surgery becomes necessary

Whether you're a surfer, swimmer, or cold-plunge devotee, understanding this condition could save your ears — and your hearing.

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12 Surfer's Ear: How the cold can close your ear canals

12 Surfer's Ear: How the cold can close your ear canals

Priscilla Leigh