An infection of the outer ear that is sometimes called swimmer's ear and is usually caused by bacteria or fungi is ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


otitis externa
Otitis externa is sometimes called swimmer's ear because it is common in swimmers due to persistent moisture in the ear canal.

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