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What do i do if i have the end of a q-tip in my ear?

36 doctors weighed in across 7 answers
Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Be seen: Any foreign body in the ear canal will eventually cause problems, and should be extracted.

Answered 4/22/2015

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Remove it: Get it out very gently or see an md.

Answered 11/5/2020

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

ENT: You have to have it removed. It will get infected. See ENT doc ASAP.

Answered 9/28/2020

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See ENT: Don't try to get it out yourself, as you may end up pushing it in further and hurt your ear drum. Take care and see ENT for help.

Answered 4/30/2015

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Please: This isn't a DIY task. Please seek professional help, either your GP, an ENT, or Urgent Care. Someone with the correct training and equipment can help you immediately without risk of further damage. In the future, don't put anything into your ear canal smaller than your elbow.

Answered 4/30/2015

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Get Medical Help: Get to the nearest medical care facility right now. Your MD, urgent care, or the ER. Do not try to remove it yourself-- you risk puncture of the eardrum. There are instruments and professionals skilled in using them to help you. Go see them and get the help. Now. Good luck.

Answered 4/30/2015

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See an ENT: this can be a serious issue. See a ear nose and throat specialist ASAP

Answered 5/18/2015

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