Otitis externa Share definition Flag Otitis externa (AKA 'swimmer's ear') is an inflammation of the outer ear and ear canal. The symptom is PAINNN |: "Mike has otitis externa. He tried using earplugs but they broke in half." Otitis externa by Person (: August 30, 2009 0 0 Get merch Get the Otitis externa mug. Buy Now — $32.95 See more merch