Surfer's ear

Clin Case Rep. 2017 Apr 4;5(6):1028-1029. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.929. eCollection 2017 Jun.

Abstract

Exostosis in external auditory canal is common among surfers. Common symptoms are decreased hearing or loss of hearing, ear infection, and/or plugging sensation. Repeated exposure to cold water is a key clinical history to suspect this condition. Based on symptoms and existence of infection, surgical removal of the exostosis is recommended.

Keywords: Exostosis; external auditory canal; otolaryngology; surfer.