19/08/2026
Cotton Buds and Your Ears: Professional Tips
π STOP PUTTING COTTON BUDS INSIDE YOUR EARS!
Cotton buds may seem harmless, but inserting them into the ear canal can:
β Push ear wax deeper inside
β Cause ear wax blockage
β Injure or irritate the ear canal
β Damage the eardrum
β Increase the risk of ear infection
β Affect your hearing
Professional Tip:
π Clean only the outer part of your ear. Your ears normally clean themselves naturally.
If you feel blocked, have reduced hearing, pain, ringing, or discharge, do not use cotton buds. Visit an Ear and Hearing Professional for safe assessment and treatment.
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Your hearing matters β protect your ears! πβ¨