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Cotton left in ear

2017-10-29 12:36:54
Actually today I clean my ear but unfortunately some cotton left in my ear how can I remove the cotton please help me sir any medicine available for it
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If cotton is left inside the ear canal then it needs to be removed under vision by a specialist. Otherwise it can be source of infection. How can medicines remove foreign body left inside ear?
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-10-30 00:25:11

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