{"id":11723,"date":"2023-12-21T19:55:04","date_gmt":"2023-12-22T03:55:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/?p=11723"},"modified":"2023-12-21T19:55:05","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T03:55:05","slug":"what-should-you-do-if-your-child-gets-something-stuck-in-their-ear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/what-should-you-do-if-your-child-gets-something-stuck-in-their-ear\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Do If Your Child Gets Something Stuck in Their Ear?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Discovering that your child has an object lodged in their ear may leave you not knowing what to do. While it&#8217;s usually not a serious issue, ignoring it could potentially <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/17574-ear-injuries-and-trauma\">lead to ear canal injuries or hearing loss<\/a>. Signs such as ear pain or crying, such as following an outing like a visit to Kelsey Creek Park, should prompt you to check for any foreign objects in their ears.<br><br>If you suspect that there&#8217;s something stuck in your child&#8217;s ear, there are a few steps you can follow to make attempts to remove it.<br>Steps to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tweezer Extraction:<\/strong> If the object seems easily accessible, carefully use tweezers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water Flushing<\/strong>: Employ a bulb syringe filled with warm water to gently flush out the stuck object from the ear canal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oil Flushing<\/strong>: In case the object is an insect, warm (not hot) baby oil, mineral oil or olive oil can be used. With the child&#8217;s head tilted so the affected ear faces upward, pour in the oil, and the insect should float out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, do not use water or oil if the child has ear tubes or if there&#8217;s a possibility of a ruptured eardrum. Bleeding, discharge or ear pain are indications of a ruptured eardrum. If you suspect a ruptured eardrum, you should seek medical attention, as left untreated, it can be painful and result in hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consulting a Doctor<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1253\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Child-holds-ear-appears-in-pain.jpg\" alt=\"Child holds ear, appears in pain\" class=\"wp-image-11726\" style=\"width:533px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Child-holds-ear-appears-in-pain.jpg 1253w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Child-holds-ear-appears-in-pain-350x234.jpg 350w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Child-holds-ear-appears-in-pain-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1253px) 100vw, 1253px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While most foreign objects in the ear don&#8217;t cause severe damage, they can result in ear trauma and <a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/hearing\/hearing-health\/hearing-loss\/\">possibly hearing loss<\/a>. Therefore, knowing when to seek professional help is crucial.<br>Contact a doctor if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You fail to remove the object on the first attempt. Further attempts might push the object deeper into the ear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s visible bleeding, discharge, signs of infection or if your child is in significant pain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The object is a battery, as it can leak harmful chemicals and should be removed by a professional immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can&#8217;t see the object lodged in the ear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also important to remember to <a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/hearing\/pediatrics\/pediatric-hearing-test\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/hearing\/pediatrics\/pediatric-hearing-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">protect your child\u2019s hearing <\/a>in other ways. Once hearing is damaged, it cannot be recovered. So, ensure your child takes breaks from their louder toys and heeds any listening warnings on electronic devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A situation where your child appears to be in pain can be stressful. However, remember that foreign objects in the ear are not always a cause for alarm. By following these guidelines, you&#8217;ll be equipped to handle such incidents effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For questions about hearing or to schedule a hearing test, contact <span class=\"company-name \">Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/three-surprising-signs-of-hearing-loss-you-might-be-missing\/\" class=\"related-post\">Three Surprising Signs of Hearing Loss You Might Be Missing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/celebrate-better-hearing-this-october\/\" class=\"related-post\">Celebrate Better Hearing This October<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/how-to-adjust-hearing-aid-settings-remotely\/\" class=\"related-post\">How To Adjust Hearing Aid Settings Remotely<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discovering that your child has an object lodged in their ear may leave you not knowing what to do. While it&#8217;s usually not a serious issue, ignoring it could potentially lead to ear canal injuries or hearing loss. 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