Yes, swimming ear, also known as otitis externa, can cause pain and discomfort. This infection affects the outer ear canal.
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Swimmer's ear (Otitis externa) |
| Location | Outer ear canal |
| Symptoms | Pain and discomfort |
| Cause | Infection (Note: the reference does not specify the cause of the infection, but water trapped in the ear canal is often a contributing factor.) |
| Misconception | Not the same as a common childhood middle ear infection. |
Swimming ear is not the same as a typical childhood middle ear infection. The reference clearly states that this condition, also known as otitis externa, can lead to both pain and discomfort.
