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While i was sleeping an ant entered my ear but i am not sure about it what damage can an ant occur in the ear ? can ant kill us or damage any thing

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Probably not: Unless it is an uncommon type of biting ant, most ants do not inflict any or enough injury. If the ant is still there, you will know it.

Answered 9/1/2017

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