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Will bleach in ears damage hearing?

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Dr. Eric Bluman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Yes: Bleach is caustic and can damage living tissues including the ear canal and eardrum.

Answered 11/10/2020

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