10/08/2026
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:
❌ Push earwax deeper
❌ Cause irritation or infection
❌ 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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