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This article was co-written by Monica Kieu, DO, FACS. Monica Kieu is an otolaryngologist, facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kieu received his bachelor’s degree in anthropology from the University of California, Riverside and his medical degree with honors from the Western College of Health Sciences at Pomona. She then completed a residency in ENT surgery at Michigan State University/Detroit Medical Center, where she was a principal resident. Dr. Kieu also completed a PhD in Facial Reconstructive and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto. She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Association of Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Academy of Plastic Surgery, and the American Academy of Plastic Surgery. Facial Reconstructive and Reconstructive Surgery of America and the American Society of Rhinoplasty. Dr. Kieu was recently named one of Los Angeles’ top doctors by Los Angeles magazine.
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A foreign object stuck in the ear can cause discomfort, sometimes even panic. Children, in particular, often put objects in their ears, sometimes causing them to get stuck inside. Fortunately, most of these cases do not require an emergency. A foreign body in the ear can easily be removed at home or in a doctor’s office and usually has no long-term effects on health or hearing. However, if you can’t see anything in your ear, you should see a doctor to have the object removed.
Steps
First action
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Determine what is stuck in the ear. We don’t always know how or why something gets stuck in our ear, but treatment will vary depending on what the object is. If possible, identify the foreign body before deciding how to treat it.
- Most objects stuck in the ear are placed intentionally, usually in infants and toddlers. These items include food ingredients, hair clips, jewelry beads, small toys, pencils, cotton swabs. If you know what your child is doing before symptoms occur, you may be able to identify something stuck in your child’s ear. [1] X Research Source
- Earwax can build up in the ear canal and harden. Earwax buildup can also be caused by overuse or improper use of cotton swabs. [2] X Research Source Symptoms of earwax buildup include a feeling of fullness or pressure in one ear, sometimes causing dizziness or hearing loss. [3] X Research Sources
- Insects can be a scary and annoying foreign body if they get in the ear, but they are also the easiest to spot. The buzzing and movement of insects can be heard and felt in the ear. [4] X Research Sources
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Determine whether you should immediately seek medical attention. Although very annoying, most cases of foreign bodies in the ear are not emergencies. If you can’t remove the foreign body on your own, you can usually see your doctor the next day. However, in some cases, you need to go to the emergency room right away to prevent further damage.
- If the object stuck in the ear is a sharp object, seek medical attention immediately, as complications can occur very quickly. [5] X Research Sources
- Young children often put button batteries in their ears. This is a small, round battery, usually used for watches or small household appliances. If a button battery is in your ear, seek medical attention immediately . Chemicals in the battery can leak out and cause serious damage to the ear canal. [6] X Research Sources
- Seek immediate medical attention if the object stuck in the ear is food or plant material. These expand when exposed to moisture, which can cause ear damage.
- If you have symptoms such as swelling, fever, discharge, bleeding, hearing loss, dizziness, or increased pain, you need to see a doctor immediately. [7] X Research Sources[8] X Research Sources
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Know what not to do. Foreign objects in the ear are often so annoying that we rush to act immediately without thinking about the consequences. Many “do it yourself” remedies sold in pharmacies do more harm than good when there is a foreign object stuck in the ear.
- Do not use cotton swabs to remove foreign objects from the ear. Cotton swabs are often used by us when dealing with ear problems, but they are not effective in removing foreign objects from the ear. In fact, cotton swabs can push the foreign body deeper into the ear canal. [9] X Research Source
- Do not attempt to clean your ears yourself. Many drugstores sell ear irrigation kits as suction cups or syringes. While these “do-it-yourself” kits are useful in everyday ear care, you should not use them to clean your ears without a doctor’s help when something is stuck in your ear.
- Do not use ear drops until you know what is causing discomfort in the ear. Having a foreign body in the ear can also cause symptoms similar to other ear conditions. Ear drops can make the problem worse, especially if the object can puncture the eardrum.
Try home remedies
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Shake the ear to remove the foreign body. The first measure should be to tilt your head down and use gravity to push the foreign object out. Tilt your head to one side so that the blocked ear is facing the ground. Sometimes, just like that, the foreign body can fall out.
- To change the shape of the ear canal, grab the pinna, the outermost part of the ear (not the lobe but the lobe that starts at the top of the ear and goes down to the lobe). Shaking can loosen the object, then gravity will do the rest. [10] X Research Source
- Do not hit or hit the side of the head. You can shake it slightly, but hitting the head can cause additional damage. [11] X Research Source
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Use tweezers to remove the foreign body. You should only use this method if part of the object is sticking out and you can easily remove it with tweezers. Do not insert tweezers into the ear canal. [12] X Research Source Trying to get anything in a child’s ear with tweezers is not a good idea. Instead, you should take your child to the pediatrician. [13] X Research Source
- Wash the tweezers with warm water and antibacterial soap before using. Foreign bodies can sometimes puncture the eardrum, causing bleeding or tearing inside the ear canal. This makes the ear more susceptible to infection.
- Use tweezers to grip the object and pull it out. Work slowly and gently to prevent the foreign body from breaking before it is removed. [14] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Do not use this method if the object is too deep and you cannot see the tip of the tweezers when trying to remove the object. Also, do not attempt this method if the victim is unable to stay still. In such cases it is best to visit a doctor. [15] X Research Source
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Use oil to kill insects. Insects entering the ear can be extremely annoying because they fly around and buzz. Plus you run the risk of getting burned. Killing insects can make it easier to get them out.
- Never use your fingers to remove insects as they may sting.
- Tilt your head to one side so that the stuck ear is facing the ceiling or sky. For adults, pull the ear lobe back and up. For children, pull back and down. [16] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Mineral oil, olive oil, or baby oil are most effective. Prefer to use mineral oil if available. [17] X Research Source Make sure the oil is warm, but do not boil or microwave if you don’t want to burn your ears. Just use a small drop, equal to the amount of solution for one ear drop. [18] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Ideally, the insect would drown or suffocate in the oil and float to the surface. [19] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- Oil should only be used if you are trying to get an insect out of your ear. If you experience pain, bleeding, or discharge from your ear, you may have a perforated eardrum. The use of oil in these circumstances can be dangerous; Do not use the oil if you have any of the above symptoms. [20] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
- See your doctor after using this method to make sure all parts of the insect have been removed. [21] X Research Source
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Prevent future problems. Teach children not to put small objects in their ears, mouth, or other body openings. Watch carefully for children under five years of age when they are near small objects. Be especially careful with button batteries; Store these items in a safe place, out of the reach of children. [22] X Research Source
Seek medical care
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Prepare to go to the doctor. If none of the home remedies suggested above work, you need to see your doctor and seek professional help. Before going to the doctor, you need to gather some necessary information. For children, remember to ask them for all the details of the incident before going to the doctor. Your child may be more willing to tell you than the doctor.
- Most importantly, you should tell your doctor what’s in your ear and how long. This can help your doctor predict how severe the condition is.
- You also need to tell your doctor about what happened after the incident. Does it have any side effects? Did you try to remove the foreign body? If so, how did you do it and what were the results?
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See if you need to wash your ears. Your doctor may recommend rinsing the ear canal with water or saline solution to remove the foreign body. This is a relatively quick and simple trick.
- Usually, the doctor uses a syringe to pump clean, warm water into the ear canal. [23] X Research Sources
- If successful, any foreign objects will drift out during the flushing process. [24] X Research Sources
- The ear canal should never be cleaned at home. This must be done by a medical professional. [25] X Research Sources
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Allow the doctor to use medical tweezers to remove the foreign body. While tweezers may not work at home, your doctor will have more sophisticated specialized tools to remove the foreign body from the ear.
- A medical instrument called an otoscope, which is used to illuminate and probe the ear canal, will be used in conjunction with medical tweezers. The doctor can easily monitor the tweezers inside the ear and avoid injuring any important or sensitive structures. [26] X Research Source
- The doctor will use a special type of tweezers designed for use in the ear, called a forcep, to gently remove the foreign body in the ear. [27] X Research Source
- If the foreign body is metal, the doctor may use a long, magnetic instrument. This will make it easier to remove the foreign body. [28] X Trusted Source Mayo Clinic Go to Source
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Your doctor may need to use a suction cup to remove the object. A small tube is placed near the object, then suction will help remove the object gently. [29] X Research Sources
- This method is more commonly used for hard objects such as buttons or jewelry beads, rather than organic objects such as food or organisms such as insects.
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Prepare for sedation. This is especially common in the case of young children and toddlers. Children often find it difficult to calm down and stay still during these techniques. Usually your doctor will recommend sedation to prevent movements that could cause problems and damage to structures inside the ear.
- Do not eat or drink for 8 hours before coming to the clinic if your doctor has mentioned the possibility of sedation. [30] X Research Source
- Follow all instructions given by your doctor when leaving the clinic. Your doctor may want you to monitor your child’s behavior to prevent complications. Listen carefully and ask your doctor if you have any questions. [31] X Research Source
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Follow all instructions in the event of a perforated eardrum. Occasionally, a foreign body can puncture the eardrum. If you have a perforated eardrum, your doctor will prescribe treatment.
- Symptoms of a perforated eardrum include pain, discomfort, a feeling of fullness in the ear, dizziness, and fluid or blood draining from the ear. [32] X Research Source
- Usually, a perforated eardrum will heal on its own within two months. However, your doctor may recommend a course of antibiotics to prevent infection. You are also advised to keep your ears clean and dry during treatment. [33] X Research Sources
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Talk to your doctor about ear healing. After the exam, your doctor may recommend that you avoid swimming or immerse your ears in water for 7-10 days. This will help you reduce your risk of infection. Cover your ears with mineral oil and cotton balls when showering or bathing.
- Usually, your doctor will make an appointment for a follow-up visit within a week to make sure your ear is completely healed, with no discharge, blood, or pain. [34] X Research Source
Warning
- Do not try to remove the foreign object with your finger. This movement often causes the object to be pushed deeper into the ear.
- Since young children are often unable to communicate their troubles with adults, you need to know their expressions if a foreign object gets in their ears. Unreasonable crying, redness and swelling around the ears, and pulling of the ears are all signs to look out for.
- Seek medical help immediately if flu-like symptoms occur along with a foreign object stuck in the ear.
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This article was co-written by Monica Kieu, DO, FACS. Monica Kieu is an otolaryngologist, facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kieu received his bachelor’s degree in anthropology from the University of California, Riverside and his medical degree with honors from the Western College of Health Sciences at Pomona. She then completed a residency in ENT surgery at Michigan State University/Detroit Medical Center, where she was a principal resident. Dr. Kieu also completed a PhD in Facial Reconstructive and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto. She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Association of Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Academy of Plastic Surgery, and the American Academy of Plastic Surgery. Facial Reconstructive and Reconstructive Surgery of America and the American Society of Rhinoplasty. Dr. Kieu was recently named one of Los Angeles’ top doctors by Los Angeles magazine.
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A foreign object stuck in the ear can cause discomfort, sometimes even panic. Children, in particular, often put objects in their ears, sometimes causing them to get stuck inside. Fortunately, most of these cases do not require an emergency. A foreign body in the ear can easily be removed at home or in a doctor’s office and usually has no long-term effects on health or hearing. However, if you can’t see anything in your ear, you should see a doctor to have the object removed.
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