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You said that when water enters the ears and gets stuck, it can cause the condition called swimmer's ear. I swim for my middle school team. Does a swimmer's cap help prevent swimmer's ear? Are there other ways to prevent it?

~ Brad from North Carolina

A swimmer's cap was actually made to tuck women's hair underneath it, but if it prevents water from entering the ear, it would probably prevent swimmer's ear effectively. However, unless you have a lot of hair, Brad, it might be a better idea to get ear plugs for the water.

~ Benjamin Sachs, Virginia Founder of Excellent Health for T.E.E.N.S. web site

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