Senior ENT consultant shares insights on keeping your ears safe during the monsoon

Taking care of your ears during the monsoon season is important to prevent infections and maintain good ear health. While speaking with us, Dr Sanjay Sachdeva senior ENT consultant at HearClear India provided some important tips that one must follow during the rainy season.  

Senior ENT consultant shares insights on keeping your ears safe during the monsoon

The doctor said that humidity and moisture during the monsoon can increase the risk of fungal and bacterial infections in the ears. After getting wet in the rain or showering, it's important to dry your ears thoroughly using a soft towel. "If you experience pain, itching, discharge, or reduced hearing in your ears during or after the monsoon season, consult an ENT specialist promptly. Early detection and treatment can prevent complications." he said.

The doctor also mentioned proper precautions you must take if you are stepping out in the rain. He said that proper water proof clothing is important to avoid water from entering the ears. One must consider wearing earplugs or a waterproof hat with ear flaps to protect your ears from getting wet.

Dr Sachdeva cautioned people against putting anything inside their ears. According to him people have the bad habit of inserting things like fingers, pencisl etc. into their ears which can harm the ear skin and tissues. So, it's advisable to avoid using cotton swabs or any other objects to clean inside your ears. This can push wax deeper into the ear canal or cause damage to the delicate skin inside.

Other tips to take good care of ears in monsoon

• Avoid swimming in ponds, lakes, or other bodies of water that may be contaminated during the monsoon season. Dirty water can introduce bacteria or fungi into the ears, leading to infections.
• If you know you'll be in heavy rain or exposed to water for an extended period, consider wearing earplugs or a waterproof hat with ear flaps to protect your ears from getting wet.
• Keep your hands clean and avoid touching your ears unnecessarily. Dirty hands can transfer bacteria and increase the risk of infections.

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