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I have plugged ears and got an earwax removal kit,but it says don't use if i have an perforated eardrum,i've had one but it was many years ago,?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Earwax: If you had a perforation many years ago this has more than likely healed. The warning usually refers to a new perforation.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 8/1/2018

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A member asked:

I have plugged ears and got an earwax removal kit,but it says don't use if i have an perforated eardrum,i've had one but it was many years ago,?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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