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I was cleaning my ear with a qtip and after I pulled my q tip out my ear started bleeding for a little bit ?? Does that mean I ruptured my ear drum ?? Is it severe ?? I also feel perfectly fine my ear doesn’t have no pain , I don’t feel dizzez , and I can hear perfectly fine too

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As per your description you might have developed injury in the ear canal during ear cleaning.. visit an ENT specialist for proper assessment and treatment if required.. ...  Read More

I was cleaning my daughters ears tonight. She moved and the tip went to far. Her ear started bleeding a little and she cried for a minute. She says that she can hear fine and has gone back to normal activity. I’m still freaking out. What should I do?

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You may have injured skin of the ear canal in which case usually it will heal within few days to week without any medications. If there is any injury to ear drum then special care to be taken to keep ...  Read More

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I was using a Q-tip and when i took it out of my ear the cotton tip was gone, i cant seem to find it anywhere else but my ear dont feel any different so i dont know if its still in my ear or if it fell out? what should i do?

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If cotton is still inside your ear then within few days it can cause infection in the ear and may cause severe pain and foul smelling ear discharge. You need to consult nearby ENT specialist to get yo ...  Read More

I cleaned my ear with a Q-Tip & went too far. It bled & hurts but I can hear just fine.

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Q-tips are dangerous. Not to be used at all. ...  Read More

After I pulled out the Q tip, my ear was completely clogged and can barely hear anything. I tried to use Debrox that same day and no effect. Today I went to Urgent Care, the doctor flushed my ear with no results. I now have to schedule to see an ENT! Is there anything they can do? Can you reassure me my hearing loss isn't permanent? I'm in no pain.

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Wax got impacted use dewax ear drops see ENT after that ...  Read More

Hi Dr I've ruptured my ear drum (attached photo) while inserting q tip. I don't have any pain at the moment, but I feel a bit of pressure in the ear. Is this something serious and how will this heal??

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Hi...donot put any ear drops!! Make sure the water doesn't enter the ears!! ...  Read More

Sir/ma'm, According to you which is the best way to remove wax from ears at home. I heard that ear buds are not a good choice as it pushes the wax deep inside the ear. Thanks in advance..

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Wax has to be removed under vision. Always go for routine ENT check up yearly. Ent dr can help u in wax removal ...  Read More

While using q tip blood came on it. There was a little blood on the cotton q tips. And it hurts a little. Is it a cause of concern to show to a specialist?

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Regular cleaning of ear with cotton bud may injure the ear canal.. frequent cleaning may cause swelling and infection also.visit an ENT specialist if required. ...  Read More

Pain in ear due to bleeding Little bit pain below ear Please solve the problem as early possible

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First of all, let me advise you against self cleaning of the ear. It will only make it vulnerable to injury or infection. You will need to take an antibiotic, painkiller and also prevent water from en ...  Read More

I got a concussion on Sunday (today is Thursday) and at the time was given a CT scan and told there was no damage to the brain or bleeding anywhere. Today when cleaning my ears with a q-tip there was a small amount of blood on the end, is this something to be concerned about?

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This could be dried up blood from the concussion you had before. But if there is persistent bleeding you should visit the ER at the earliest. ...  Read More

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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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. ...  Read More

Sir I am from Assam. Last year I visited Bangalore there doctor gave soliwax for cleaning ears but here in Assam it's not available. Which is the alternative medicine for cleaning ear for my baby. Please help me sir

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Dewax or wax off drops you can use ...  Read More

My ears got dirty and I couldn't clean them properly it very hard to clean them and I also get hurted when I clean them

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It is not advised to clean the ears on your own as it is a small closed cavity. There are chances that u will be pushing the wax inside rather than removing it. Also there is high risk of introducing ...  Read More

Hi sir/madam, How can I clean my son's ear wax. Kindly suggest . He is not allowing show the his ears .

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Use soliwax ear drops three drops three times a day, it will soften ear wax. Get it cleaned by visiting ENT doctor ...  Read More

I just want to know how to clean our ear. Earbud is a good options or better alternative are there. Can we use some ear drops if we can suggest me one. Thanks

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Don't use ear buds as it will push the ear wax (if that is your concern for cleaning) more towards your ear drum and making it difficult to remove. It's not right to advice any ear drops without deta ...  Read More

Can a small cap full of hydrogen peroxide be poured in ears to clean the ears? I use it monthly once and don't have any problems so far. Is it right to use it? Are there any drops that can be used to clean ears safely or a visit to ENT mandatory? I don't want to visit a clinic due to Corona.

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Using concentrated hydrogen peroxide can cause burning and inflammation. No drops are required unless there is blockage. ...  Read More

Can we use hydrogen peroxide to clean the ears. If any insects went into the ear while sleeping, for this purpose to remove those can we use hydrogen peroxide for clean the ears. Please clarify my doubt. Thanking you sir.

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Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical and best to AVOID using it to clean ears. It can damage ear canal skin and cause inflammation. As a home remedy - If an insect enters the ear best thing to do is to po ...  Read More

I have cold, so when I yawn I get mild crackling sounds in ears. So could you please say what to do about it and can you suggest a good ear cleaning solution

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The problem is NOT IN YOUR EAR CANAL! One of your eustachian tubes which connects your throat to the middle ear(area behind the eardrum) is malfunctioning. This is causing a pressure difference on the ...  Read More

Ear cleaning needed as getting irritation like itching. What drops can i use to clean my ears and how to do it.

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You can put dewax ear drops but don't try to clean your ears . You should see an ENT doctor near by for the same ...  Read More

I Want to clean ear wax.

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Please come down to my clinic Y S Desai Specialty Healthcare where I have specialised microsuction tools to safely clean your ears. ...  Read More

What is the best ear drops to use to clean the ears.. Please advise.................................

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This platform does not permit prescription. Suggest you contact me via direct teleconsultation mode. ...  Read More

Hello Everyone, I want to go for ear cleaning. What should i go for ??Shall i visit a doctor or can i do it in my home myself??If yes please suggest safest way. Thanks!

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Please don't ever take the risk of cleaning your own ear! It's calling for some serious trouble ! Please do meet an ENT specialist asap for checking your ears and let them assess if there is a need to ...  Read More

My baby is 9 month old..how can I clean his ear wax at home without any problem. Do not want to go to doctor for cleaning

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At this age better go to an ENT specialist ...  Read More

How to clean my ear wax ? I want to clean my ear Please let me know a good doctor near Btm so that I can use the service

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I have never cleaned my Ears and now i'm thinking to consult an Doctor for Ear Wax Removal . So would you recommended to clean ears every ear or what will be your suggestion . Because i'm thinking that there should be full Ear Wax in my ear .

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Better to consult an ENT and get it checked ...  Read More

After cleaning my ears with a q tip as usual my left ear had blood down in my ear... so why? I had tubes in my ears as a child. ya know so i could hear better. my ears have been itching a lot and i have sinus and allergy issues.

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Please meet an ENT Specialist immediately ...  Read More

I need to clean my son ear's ,since I see wax present in there. What should I do? How should I clean the ear regular ly.

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If there is hard wax, you can use wax solvent for softening and after that clean it by syringing. But you shouldn't do it by yourself as it can injure his ear canal or tympanic membrane. Always ask th ...  Read More

What is the reasonable cost of professional ear cleaning? and what is the procedure for professional ear cleaning ?

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It varies from hospital to hospital. ...  Read More

I feel itching and irritation in my ears and want to clean them up. I don’t want to hurt my ears in the process and want to use a safe solution that can soften the ear wax. What is the best ear cleaning solution?

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DEWAX EAR DROPS ...  Read More

My ears itch and I feel there is dirt in it. I want to clean my earwax at home but I am afraid that I might put more drops than required. I don’t want to hurt my ears at all. Please guide me as to how to clean your ears with hydrogen peroxide?

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Ear is self cleansing organ. There is actually no need to clean it inside. ...  Read More

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