A doctor warns against using cotton buds to clean ears, explaining the potential dangers and risks of ear damage.
Cleaning your ears is something many people do regularly, often using cotton buds.
However, a doctor has issued a strong warning about this common practice.
He explains why using cotton buds can be harmful and suggests safer ways to keep your ears clean.
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Cotton buds seem convenient for cleaning.
Cotton buds, also known as cotton swabs, are often seen as a handy tool for personal care.

Many people use them to clean out earwax, thinking they are helping their ears.
The soft tip of the cotton bud feels good, and it can seem satisfying to see the wax on the tip after using it.
However, health experts warn that this practice can actually do more harm than good.
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