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Is It Safe To Leave The Cotton From The Q-tip Inside The Ear For A Long Time?
I left q tip in my ear, I went to the doctor he spray water in my ear to get out that cotton but could not get it out. Now doctor says it is ok if cotton is in the ear it won t be harmful.what do you suggest? Should I go to emergeny or it is ok to leave like that?
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Is It Safe To Leave The Cotton From The Q-tip Inside The Ear For A Long Time?
Hello, It has to be removed. Otherwise, it can lead to infection. Consult an ENT specialist and plan for an otoscopic examination. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician