Foreign body in the ear: When to see a doctor?
Foreign bodies in the ear cause different effects depending on the case. To better understand this issue, please refer to the article written by doctor Su Ngoc Kieu Chinh now
It is quite common for a foreign body (foreign object) to enter the ear. In most cases, a foreign body in the ear is not seriously affected . And you can wait until the next day to see a doctor. But in some situations, a foreign body in the ear can be very dangerous. It can cause severe damage to the ear.
In these cases, you need to immediately visit an Ear - Nose - Throat doctor for the most appropriate treatment. So what are those situations? And what will the doctor do to treat them? Let's find out in the article below.
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1. Overview of foreign bodies in the ear
Foreign body (foreign object) stuck in the ear is a fairly common condition (Source: Internet)
2. When to see a doctor?
In the following cases, you should see a doctor immediately:
Button batteries are a very dangerous foreign object to the ear (Source: The sun)
3. What exams and tests will you have?
Ear foreign body removal tools (Source: Anesthesia Key)
4. How will the doctor remove the ear foreign body?
The removal of the foreign body will depend mainly on the location and type of the foreign body. Don't be surprised if your doctor uses a different technique to remove the foreign body. Since each doctor's experience is different, there can be innovative yet safe and effective techniques.
Using a suction tube for foreign bodies (Source: Garvit ENT Hospital)
5. Follow up after the foreign body has been removed
It is recommended that a follow-up visit is made after the foreign body has been removed from the ear. If you have no symptoms, you can return to any general clinic within a week. If you have any of the following symptoms: purulent ear discharge, ear bleeding, discomfort, etc., you should quickly see an otolaryngologist.
6. How to prevent foreign body?
Curiosity and body exploration is a normal stage of child development. If you teach a child that putting anything in the ear is not good, this risk can be prevented.
When you suspect a child has put something in the ear, it's important to approach these situations calmly. You shouldn't be angry. Only then will the children dare to tell the truth. And new foreign bodies may be detected. Thereby removing the foreign object safely. Avoid complications.
Foreign bodies are insects that often get into the ear when they sleep. Especially when sleeping on the floor or sleeping outside. In these cases, it is necessary to protect the ears with earplugs, cotton balls inserted overnight. Or need to sleep under the net.
You should talk softly to your child when you suspect that he or she has put a foreign object in his ear (Source: Today's parent)
7. What effects can foreign bodies in the ear cause later?
Foreign bodies in the ear usually do not cause serious health effects. You can calmly wait to be seen by a doctor. But in some cases, such as the foreign body being a chemical battery, or when there are complications of the foreign body, you need to go to the doctor immediately for the earliest treatment.
Foreign bodies in the ear are rarely serious. However, you should still check again after the foreign body has been removed. To detect complications and treat promptly.
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