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I got hit with a ball on my right ear, and now it's plugged. will listening to music right after this incident permanently ruin my hearing?
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Trauma to ear: You should see a doctor, as you can suffer a ruptured eardrum from this type of injury. That could make you ear feel blocked. I would not put earplugs in there or use earphones until you get checked.
Answered 1/2/2017
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