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Are There Water Proof Plugs That Could Be Worn During Swimming?

My son has just started high diving lessons, but he had lots of pain after the first lesson. we have since found out that he still has a gromet in one ear which was fitted several years ago. Are there any earplugs he could use so that he can continue his lessons without the risk of damaging his ear?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

Along with head cap, goggles ear plugs also will come you may use it. In case of gromet in the ear possibility of water entry into middle ear lead to ear infection. Make sure that your ears are dry after each session. If pain is not improved means you have to consult with your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Are There Water Proof Plugs That Could Be Worn During Swimming?

Hello, Along with head cap, goggles ear plugs also will come you may use it. In case of gromet in the ear possibility of water entry into middle ear lead to ear infection. Make sure that your ears are dry after each session. If pain is not improved means you have to consult with your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist