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I am curious if an ent doctor patches up a hole in my ear drum, can i still use earbuds and earplugs?
24 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes once healed: Once the surgery has healed, it will be possible for you to use the earbuds and plugs with modest volume. Wait until you get the go ahead from your surgeon, .
Answered 9/7/2013
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Sure: Once it's healed up - no limitations. No other objects though (q-tips etc do not belong into your ear canal - may penetrate/damage the eardrum again).
Answered 8/21/2013
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Yes: Ear buds and ear plugs cannot reach your ear drum so they are safe.
Answered 9/30/2013
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Ent/audiologist question: can regularly wearing ear plugs throughout the night damage hearing and, if so, what is the rationale for your opinion?
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