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I'm currently on vacation unable to go to a doctor. i cleaned my ear with a qtip and it hurt a bit, i only see a little blood. am i okay to fly tmrw?

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Dr. Luis Taylor answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Most likely: , it is a mild bleed and will stop. I think you would be able to fly. But see a doctor after you land.

Dr Agyeman agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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A member asked:

I'm currently on vacation unable to go to a doctor. i cleaned my ear with a qtip and it hurt a bit, i only see a little blood. am i okay to fly tmrw?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Luis Taylor answered

Dr Agyeman agreed

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