A 32-year-old member asked:
Can you get an ear infection from constantly using headphones?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Tanya Russoanswered
Pediatrics 26 years experience
Eat phones: Ear phones cannot cause middle ear infections. Ear canal infections or irritation may occur with excessive use of ear buds.
3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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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?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Bin Sunganswered
35 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.
4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Apr 4, 2015
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