Question 1

something in my ear doctors cannot see anything visually, bubbles vigorously every time i put peroxide in my ear,been two weeks?

Accepted Answer

Bubbles everywhere: So, bubbles from hydrogen peroxide are a normal occurrence, even in the ear canal.  All this really means is that you likely have some bacteria in the ear, but this is also normal - that is what the cerumen (ear wax) is there for is to capture bacteria and get rid of it.  If you aren't having any pain, and nothing is visible in the ear canal, likely nothing is wrong.  Good luck to you!

Question 2

my ear feels sticky like something is there when i put my finger in. nothing comes out what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Sticky ear stuff: It means you need to have someone look in your ear. Wax most likely.

Question 3

i have something white in my left ear.  it's pretty deep. not sure what it could be and i can't get it out. what can i put in my ear to flush it out?

Accepted Answer

Part of q tip: If you have something white in your ear it could be part of a q tip stuck on wax.  Your mother probably told you to only use your elbow to put in your ear.  Because you can cause damage.  A foreign object is the most likely answer.   See a doctor if it persists.

Question 4

feel fluid in my head its moves around my whole head, sometime put pressure in the area its in, something i feel it in my ear, and move around other areas, what is this, i just want to heal this and go back to my life in peace?

Accepted Answer

Sinus issues: This sounds like it could be related to sinus congestion, maybe infection. Sometimes over-the-counter nasal sprays can help (combination of saline spray few times per day and a spray containing a steroid, such as generic fluticasone once daily). It would be best to be evaluated by a doctor to be sure you’re not missing a more serious issue, especially if this doesn’t help.

Question 5

when my ear wick was put in it hurt really bad. will it hurt when it's taken out?

Accepted Answer

No pain when removed: The wick was put in because you must have an outer ear infection with lot of swelling. the pain was because of infection and swelling. Wick will permit the pus to be drained out and reduce infection. When the infection is gone, the swelling will also be gone, opening the ear canal. The wick will automatically come out or will have to be taken out, but there should not be pain in either case.

Question 6

my ear has a little bumb on the hole where i put my 12 gauge through and it hurts to put it in. what is wrong?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You sould see your doctor.  This lump needs to be palpated by your doctor and he/she needs to be able to put the rest of your symptoms in perspective.

Question 7

when i put eat drops in i sit with my head tilted to keep the medication in my ear.. is this correct? how long do i keep my head tilted?

Accepted Answer

30 to 60 seconds: Most drops a placed in a dose of two to four drops.  Usually keeping your head tilted for 30 to 60 seconds will allow the drops to get deeper into the canal and not drain out.

Question 8

how can i tell how many ear drops i put in my ear?

Accepted Answer

Feel it: You should be able to feel the drops going in one by one. Do not insert the tip in your ear.

Question 9

is it possible for me to put sweet oil in my ear to heal it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You don't tell us your symptoms for needing to put sweet oil in your ear canal. It is safe as long as there is no perforation (hole) in the ear drum. Usually sweet oil or mineral is used to combat dryness and itching.  If you are a q-tip user inside the canal, please stop.

Question 10

yesterday i had a wick put in my ear. it's kind of gross now, & my ear lobe doesn't hurt now. can i pull it out?

Accepted Answer

Ear wicks: Yes. Once a wick in the ear is fully saturated, it is not doing as much good as it did originally. If symptoms recur, you can buy ear wicks on your own at the pharmacy. Ask for pope's otowicks.

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I put something in my ear

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Something in my ear doctors cannot see anything visually, bubbles vigorously every time i put peroxide in my ear,been two weeks?

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My ear feels sticky like something is there when i put my finger in. nothing comes out what does it mean?

A member asked:

I have something white in my left ear. it's pretty deep. not sure what it could be and i can't get it out. what can i put in my ear to flush it out?

A member asked:

Feel fluid in my head its moves around my whole head, sometime put pressure in the area its in, something i feel it in my ear, and move around other areas, what is this, i just want to heal this and go back to my life in peace?

A member asked:

When my ear wick was put in it hurt really bad. will it hurt when it's taken out?

A member asked:

My ear has a little bumb on the hole where i put my 12 gauge through and it hurts to put it in. what is wrong?

A member asked:

When i put eat drops in i sit with my head tilted to keep the medication in my ear.. is this correct? how long do i keep my head tilted?

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How can i tell how many ear drops i put in my ear?

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Is it possible for me to put sweet oil in my ear to heal it?

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Yesterday i had a wick put in my ear. it's kind of gross now, & my ear lobe doesn't hurt now. can i pull it out?

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