A 32-year-old member asked:

Can you get an ear infection from constantly using headphones?

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Dr. Tanya Russo
Pediatrics 27 years experience
Eat phones: Ear phones cannot cause middle ear infections. Ear canal infections or irritation may occur with excessive use of ear buds.
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A 39-year-old member asked:

What to do if i keep getting ear infection constantly why do I get them?

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Dr. Bin Sung
Dr. Bin Sunganswered
36 years experience
Anatomical?: I wonder if you are an adult or a child as different age groups have different reasons. However, if you have frequent and/ or recurrent ear infection, middle ear, then your friendly ENT will be your best help.
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