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A member asked:
Hello, i was using a cotton bud for my ears and the cotton part of it got stuck in my ear, what could i do? thank you
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Flush with water: you can try to flush it out with water. Don't put anything in your ear to pull it out. If it doesn't get dislodged see your physician
Answered 3/25/2022
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