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A member asked:

Im currently 28weeks pregnant, can i use olive oil drops in my ear?

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Dr. Lonnie Smith answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Yes: Olive oil in the ear should not affect your pregnancy. I assume you are using it for wax in the ear. Oils have shown to soften wax making it easier to remove when it is impacted, of you flush with warm water gently.

Answered 9/29/2016

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