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My 2 year old took a cotton bud and poked his ear 2 days ago he cries and i comforted him but today i saw dried blood in his ears . what should i do?

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Dr. Neigatha Graney answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

GO TO DOCTOR NOW: Poking a cotton swab in the ear can cause injury to the ear canal and can puncture the eardrum if pushed in far enough. Clearly your child has sustained a significant and serious injury to his ear. You must get medical care for your child immediately. Take your child to his/her doctor or to an emergency room NOW!

Dr Malasanos agreed

Answered 7/22/2016

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