The Truth About Cotton Swabs: Why They Do More Harm Than Good
- Damian Walicki
- Jan 25
- 1 min read
Cotton swabs are marketed as a tool for cleaning ears, but using them can do more harm than good.
Why Cotton Swabs Are Harmful
Push Wax Deeper: Instead of removing wax, swabs often compact it further into the canal.
Risk of Injury: Accidental punctures of the eardrum are not uncommon.
Disrupt Natural Cleaning: Regular use can interfere with the body’s self-cleaning process.
Safer Alternatives
Use ear drops to soften wax. Olive oil drops should be your first choice. Best ones are in the form of spry allowing to over whole area o your ear canal.
Visit a professional for periodic cleaning.
Why Cotton Swabs Are Harmful
Push Wax Deeper: Instead of removing wax, swabs often compact it further into the canal.
Risk of Injury: Accidental punctures of the eardrum are not uncommon.
Disrupt Natural Cleaning: Regular use can interfere with the body’s self-cleaning process.
Safer Alternatives
Use ear drops to soften wax.
Visit a professional for periodic cleaning.
Cotton Swabs, Q-tips causing painful ear wax blokage and are significant factor in developing ear infection.
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