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Foreign Body in Ear Discharge Instructions, Child



About this topic

Children may put things in the ear. This is known as a foreign body. Common things found in children's ears include: 

  • Small rocks

  • Pieces of food

  • Beads

  • Small toys

  • Erasers

  • Insects

What care is needed at home?

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