Blocked up ears are a real pain. Between allergies in the summer and colds and the flu in winter, they can hit you at any time of year, and that's not even getting into the many other things that can cause blocked ears. You might call Surfer's Ear the epidemic of cold water surfers. Like a strange twist of payola for cold water stoke, Surfer's Ear or "exostosis" occurs in those of us who surf consistently in water with temperatures below 60 degrees.

Normally this is only a temporary condition which could be the aftermath of a cold or some allergy. You should not need to do anything about it unless it doesn't go away or the symptoms are pain and loss of hearing. If you feel there is a danger your hearing may be impaired due to loud sounds please consider visiting your doctor for further advice. If needed you will be referred to a specialist ear centre for further diagnoses.

Some people recommend taking a deep breath, plugging your nose, and then blowing the air out your ears. Never, ever do this. It may clear blocked ears in some cases, but it's very dangerous, and the risk of causing damage to ears in the process is too high.

Surfer's Ear, or exostosis, is a condition caused by exposing the unprotected ear to wind and water for lengthy periods of time. It is an abnormal bony growth surrounding and constricting the ear canal. This is the body's natural defense to protect the ear canal. When you are considering ear wax, though not a very nice subject nevertheless perfectly natural, you should always keep in mind that ear wax does have a function. Being a little acidic it serves to put a stop to bacterial and fungal growth.

Pinch your nostrils closed and blow hard against them. If you cannot "pop" your ears, your Eustachian tubes are likely blocked by swelling of the mucus membranes. However, if you suddenly feel pressure relief you've probably just opened your Eustachian tubes and equalized the middle ear pressure with ambient air pressure. It can be as effective as onion bag and useful for outer ear canal infections and inflammations as well. In case of itching, burning or any type of inconvenience remove the oily cotton wool immediately.

Surfers in particular should take extra precautions to protect their ears. With the advent of more and more advanced wet suits, the time surfers spend in much cold water has increased. If possible, avoid activity in overly cold or windy environments and make sure to keep your ear canals dry and warm.

Prevention is the best course of action. Seek medical advice if you notice you are having difficulty expelling debris, water, and wax from your ears or you are experiencing ear infections. Also, check with your doctor if you notice any deterioration in your hearing. Other preventive measures occur between sessions. Drying ears out is critical. A few drops of rubbing alcohol, a sun dry or even low-heat blow dry can work. Ear docs suggest a 50/50 white vinegar/alcohol solution to dry and help prevent infection. Add a few drops of garlic oil as a natural antibiotic.

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