Also called Otitis Externa
Head ache
Takes a few minutes after waking up for the uncomfortable sensation to start from the affected ear, and progress towards all of head - which Head ache then continues unabated until evening.
Anecdotal reports
- A café owner I know reported that she often gets swimmer’s ear (simply due to water getting into ears), which takes her 3 weeks to resolve (first two weeks being worst) on its own without medication.
Personal Log
| Period | Description | Resolution | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2024 | Daytime Head ache for ~3 weeks | Keflex antibiotics | Swimming in lodge pool (no ear plugs) |
| Aug 2025 | Aug 25 -> Sep 13; declining during 3rd week; low grade symptoms until Sep 19 … | Time? Ciprodex during 2nd week wasn’t very effeective. | Swimming in YMCA pool (no ear plugs) |