Q. Why is there some discomfort after using Q-tip?
Hi doctor,
When I was using Q-tips to clean my ears, I slipped and I may have gone a little too deep with one. I felt a little discomfort in my ear. That was three days ago and I still feel a little weird in that area. Could I have ruptured or punctured my eardrum? Is it important to go to an ear doctor immediately?
Hi,
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As reported there are high chances that you might have ruptured your tympanic membrane.Did your ear bleed after using Q-tip? If yes, then there are high chances of perforation in your ear. Please consult an ENT doctor as soon as possible.
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Thank you doctor,
No, there was no blood. What should I do? Is the damage permanent?
Hi,
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- If there is no bleeding from ear, then still consult an ear specialist to clear the doubt.
- Even if there is perforation it could be treated. Damage is not permanent in most of the cases and it could be cured.
For further doubts consult an audiologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/audiologist
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