Ear parts
The ear consists of three main parts: the outer ear of the auditory ear canal, which collects the sound, and the middle ear whose main function is to take the sound waves and turn them into vibrations that are delivered to the inner ear, and the inner ear, which is heard as vibrations entering the cochlea; It is a small corrugated tube filled with fluids.
Wax in the ear
The wax material inside the outer part of the ear canal is a sticky and shiny substance, formed by some of the glands present in this part, and has two types, one wet and the other dry. The function of the wax is to protect and moisturize the skin inside the ear canal, prevent it from drying, reduce itching, and contain special chemicals that fight any inflammation that may injure the ear or damage the ear canal, as well as a shield between the eardrum and the outer part Since any dirt or dust that may enter the ear attaches to this wax material.
Water enters the ear
The water may enter the ear, which may be during swimming, for example if a person feels some tickling in the ear and some pain, and difficulty in hearing ability, how can he get rid of this problem? Leaving the water inside the ear untreated may lead to ear infection and other complications. If water is in the outside ear, however, some simple means can be used to help remove it.
Ways to get water out of the ear
Some use many ways to remove water from the ear, including:
- Garlic with olive oil : Garlic expels water from the ear, and has antibacterial properties to help prevent any inflammation in the ear, by grinding a few cloves of garlic and mixed with olive oil, and then put two drops to three drops of the mixture in the ear, for a short period, and tilting the head Aside from taking out the water and the mixture, it is mentioned that olive oil can be used alone.
- Mix a little alcohol with vinegar : The vinegar has antibacterial properties to kill them, while alcohol helps to dry the ear of water.
- Chew some food or frankincense : This method helps move the water from the inside out through the audio channel, and may help to remove the water completely.
- Close the mouth completely, then close the nose using fingers, and try to compress the air : During this time the person will feel pressure in the ear to move the water and remove it.
- Use a hair dryer : By pulling the earlobe to a certain destination, then placing the dryer at an appropriate temperature and at an appropriate and harmless distance, the water will then be converted into steam within a few seconds.
- Steam inhalation : The steam opens the audio channel to get out of the water, by putting the head near a large bowl filled with hot water, and then cover the head with a towel for 5 – 10 minutes, and then can tilt the head to get out of the water.
Tips to reduce the water intake of the ear
It is recommended to follow a series of steps to reduce water intake to the ear and keep it healthy, including:
- Use the special earplug while swimming until the water enters the ear.
- Keep your ear clean and dry after swimming.
- Avoid swimming in dirty water.
- Put two drops into three drops of olive oil, to soften the lining of the ear canal and help get rid of water.
- Check with your doctor periodically to check on the health of the ear and take preventive measures that you maintain, and follow the doctor’s advice accurately.
- Reduce the tampering with the ear, especially when trying to remove wax, it may harm the earpipe and expose it to scratch or bleeding, and can be consulted with a doctor in the description of a special medicine helps to get rid of wax material without the need to tamper with them.
- Clean the ears with a clean cloth and avoid using cotton rods; they push the wax material inside instead of removing it.
- Avoid listening to some annoying sounds and noise sources, such as loud music for a long time.
Signs warning hearing loss
There are a variety of symptoms warning hearing loss – one of the reasons for entering the water in the ear and stay for several days – including:
- Difficult to hear conversations, especially with other disturbing sounds in the background.
- Frequent demand from others to repeat their words.
- Misunderstanding what others say and respond accordingly.
- Difficulty listening to others over the phone.
- The need to raise the sound of television and radio more than others in the same room.
- The feeling that others are muttering while talking.
- Difficult to hear environmental sounds, such as birds singing.
- Move the head positively and smile to others and they talk despite not understanding what they say.
- Withdrawal from conversations and social situations as a result of hearing difficulties.
- Read the lips to follow what others are saying.