Swimming often results in water getting stuck in our ear canals. The narrow space, combined with the waxy surface, is excellent at trapping small amounts of water. If left in place, that excess flu…

cross-posted from: https://discuss.tchncs.de/post/1312651

TLDR: To remove by shaking one would need accelerations high as 24g, which can damage the ear. A couple drops of vinegar or alcohol in the ear will lower the surface tension and make the fluid easier to remove

  • confusedwiseman@lemmy.world
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    11 months ago

    The tldr is above the article? This is far to logical for me. I skipped past it, got frustrated, read the article to post this info then saw it as I was replying…

    It’s time for me to quit. Good night everybody!