Swim in the sea or in the pool This is one of the greatest pleasures of summer. However, to make it healthy, it is important that we take precautions, such as protect the ears and eyesFor example, in the case of eyes, we must be special if we are users of lenses. There is nothing similar to ears, but we should all be careful with the water that enters them because can cause infections and discomfort When it accumulates in the auditory channel.
This does not mean that we should not swim, and even more so. But we must take into account some precautions. This is important to take care of the ears in the summer, as well as carefully with Some sounds are too intense This is a lot at this time of the year.
Let’s see what these recommendations are, according to experts. Some of them are quite obvious, but others may surprise you or simply do not attach too much matter to them.
Before you start, why is it so important to take care of your ears in the summer?
In fact, we must take care of our ears during the year. But it is true that in the summer we placed them Especially checkedThis is especially two reasons. On the one hand, because they Very in contact with water When we take baths on the beach or in the pool. And, in -secondly, because this is the time when we usually hear Very strong music In separate concerts and festivals.
They are in situations for our Hearing health In case of noise, because damage may occur, which, if it is accumulated, sometimes leads to Hearing loss. In addition, this is a particularly delicate situation when children become part of the equation.
As for water, when it accumulates in the auditory channel, Increase moisture and can proliferate bacteriaGrowing something known as a swimmer. This is an infection that is treated with antibiotics, but this can lead to complications if this is not done over time.
The main precautions to take care of your ears on the beach and pool
It is inevitable that water enters our ears when we bathe. Nevertheless, there are precautions that we can take so that your record does not cause us problems. These are one of the most recommended Spanish Society of Otolaryngology and Surgery of the head and neck (Seorl-CC).
See what water you bathe
Logically, there will be more risk if we bathe Polluted or very dirty watersSince there will be more microorganisms that can cause infections. There may also be irritating substances. Nevertheless, it is important to emphasize that the water in which we bathe, regardless of whether it is a beach, a pool or a river, is not sterile water. There can always be microorganisms such as amoeba Acanthamoeba It causes so many problems with lenses.
The same thing happens with the ears. Therefore, if we want to take care of them, we must take other precautions in any type of water.
Avoid immersion
If we want to take care of our ears, it will be much better that we do not throw ourselves into the water From a great height. When we do this, there is a lot of water in the ear, so it is easier for him to damage the auditory canal. In addition, it is more likely to accumulate, the ability to cause infections later.
Avoid deep dives if you do not know how to make them
When we plunge to a great depth, a change in pressure around us is created, which It can be very harmful For drum -popp. Therefore, it is important that we increase the depth a little, and that if we are not experienced divers, let’s not deepen much. They have methods for Avoid auditory damageBut it is important to study them correctly.
To take care of your ears, leave them well when you get out of the water
If you want to avoid a swimmer, it is important to dry your ears well With a towel When we leave the water. We must do this both outside and at the beginning of the auditory channel. Yes, never use BastonCillos, Well, you can introduce possible pathogens that are in the auditory channel. In addition, you can damage the thin skin that surrounds it. Use only a towel.
On the other hand, if you feel that some water remained inside the ear, turn your head to the side to try to go out as soon as possible. You can help you with Small jumps to become better.
If you use headphones on the beach, be careful with sand
We often like to enjoy music while we are resting on the beach. First, remember that your music is for you and that the rest of the people probably do not want to listen to it. Respect the rest of the othersThe headphones enter the game with a field, but remember not to leave them on the sand or even on a towel, since they can get dirty and transfer this dirt on the auditory canal. Keep them in your case, until you use them and, if possible, limit them later.
To prevent much more, use physical means of protection
You can take care of devices such as Caps, protective tapes or even floating caps. This is especially important for people who have undergone auditory operations or who have previously pathologies of the ears. It is also recommended for immunosuly people or patients with conditions such as diabetes.
Do not forget to protect the noise ears
Go for a long time or very many times to More than 85 decibels Sound can be very harmful to the ear. In fact, it is estimated that 74 % of residents of industrialized cities They have any deaf. This is precisely because they are in constant contact with very intense sounds.
But, no doubt, they are especially intense at summer concerts and festivals. Therefore, this is a good time to Avoid placement very close to the speakers. In fact, on average at a scream concert, sound usually has an intensity From 90 to 120 decibels. It is assumed that, repeatedly, the last concerts of Taylor Swift exceeded 120 decibels. The farther from the origin of the sound, the better.
This applies to everyone, but especially to children. Otter Maria Jose Laville, Pointed to InfosaluWith In 2017, when I was the president of the Seorl-CC audiology commission, which young children can use typical headphones for protection, but still They must remain far from speakersField in the same article Pediatrician Carlos EscobarSociety for Extrachuspiral Pediatrics and Primary Medical Assistance explained that the children’s ear was perfectly formed. This can be damaged as much as in adults. The problem is that they They begin much more. Therefore, their recommendation does not directly deliver them to the festivals.
In fact, it is true that the ear is completely formed since the 25th week of pregnancy. Babies are born with a fully functional ear. The problem is that after that they need much more to learn earn And understand the sounds that surround them. This makes them very vulnerable to very strong sounds or can start them.
In short, this summer to take care of your ears and those loved ones Several simple precautionsThe field problem is slightly more controversial than water. Everyone can make their reasonable decisions. But, if you finally decide to go with the children for concerts or sports events, at least protect their ears.
Source: Hiper Textual
