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I had a sore ear and woke up to a scratching sound in my ear and then a pop and then blood came out of my ear?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Need exam: The only way to place the origin of the blood is by direct exam. It could be from the ear canal wall or the ear drum.

Dr Berryman and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 3/25/2022

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