How to Remove Water from Ears

Adding water to the ear

Though it may feel counter-intuitive to add more water to the ear, water sometimes gets trapped inside due to air bubbles. As the water enters your ear canal, you will feel a "give" as it breaks through the "air-lock" that is trapping the water.

1

Tilt your head to the side with the affected ear facing up.

2

Drip a small amount (5-10 drops) of water into the affected ear. Do this from a cup, a dropper, or the palm of your hand.

3

Tilt your head the other way and drain the water out. See draining/drying tips above.

Using movement

 

1

Yawn. Sometimes you may pop the "bubble" through simply yawning.
Chewing motions can sometimes help too. Or, pop some chewing gum into your mouth––and chew.

2

Try yawning (or chewing) a few times over a few minutes. If you experience a "pop" or some shifting in the water, then it may be having a positive effect.

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