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Do I Need Surgery For Debris On My Ear Canal?
Question: if I have debris on my ear canal do I need surgery
Brief Answer:
Surgery may be needed only if other methods are not effective.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There are several ways of removing debris in the ear without surgery.
- You can try at home to gently shake it out without force.
Some of the non surgical methods that doctors use to remove debris are:
- Tweezers or forceps can be used to reach in and grab the debris with the help of an otoscope
- Suction can be used to suck out the debris
- Irrigation of the canal with warm water to clean out debris.
- If these methods are non effective the doctor may choose surgery to remove the debris
After the removal I suggest taking a cycle of antibiotics to prevent further infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Surgery may be needed only if other methods are not effective.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There are several ways of removing debris in the ear without surgery.
- You can try at home to gently shake it out without force.
Some of the non surgical methods that doctors use to remove debris are:
- Tweezers or forceps can be used to reach in and grab the debris with the help of an otoscope
- Suction can be used to suck out the debris
- Irrigation of the canal with warm water to clean out debris.
- If these methods are non effective the doctor may choose surgery to remove the debris
After the removal I suggest taking a cycle of antibiotics to prevent further infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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Dr. Remy Koshy
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