Ear bleed caused by earbuds

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Asked for Female, 25 Years

I cleaned my ear canals with q-tips/earbuds and might have went in too deep because the earbud came out bloody and I am experiencing pain. Does that mean I ruptured my eardrum? What can I do?

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Dr. Rajen Patel

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 22 yrs exp Surat

Consult online with pic of ear close view with video consultation for better understanding of problem

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Dr. Yasha C Head and Neck Surgeon 9 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Yasha C

Head and Neck Surgeon 9 yrs exp Bangalore

Pain n blood on the q-tip could be a eardrum perforation. The best thing to do is to let it heal and avoid any chance of infection.

Next Steps

In case of ear discharge visit a ENT surgeon or take an online consultation

Health Tips

Do not let water enter ear canal. Keep ear dry