13/08/2026
Cotton Buds and Your Ears: A Bad Match?
Think cotton buds keep your ears clean? Think again.
Your ears are naturally self-cleaning, and inserting cotton buds into the ear canal can:
β Push earwax deeper
β Cause irritation or infection
β Injure the eardrum
Skip the cotton buds and let your ears do their job. If you have excessive earwax, ear pain, hearing loss, or a blocked sensation, consult an ENT specialist.
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