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Foreign Body Removal With MK Ear Wax Clinic in Croydon

Our ears are marvels of engineering, funnelling sound waves into a delicate system that allows us to hear the world around us. However, due to their very nature, ear canals are also susceptible to becoming lodged with unexpected items. Our ear clinic in Croydon offers a safe and effective home visit solution for those experiencing this uncomfortable situation.

Blocked Ear Canal

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The ear canal is a narrow passage that leads from the outer ear to the eardrum. While it's protected by tiny hair follicles (cilia) and ear wax, the exposure of the ear canal is vulnerable, especially in children whose natural curiosity often leads them to insert small objects. Ear canal blockages can also occur in adults, often inadvertently. 

Common Culprits: What Might Be Stuck in Your Ear?

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Cotton Buds:

While commonly used for ear cleaning, cotton buds can actually push earwax further down the canal, causing impaction or even lodging the cotton itself. 

Stones or Fruit Pips:

Playing outdoors or enjoying a snack can lead to small pebbles, seeds, or pips finding their way into an ear canal.

Hearing Aid Batteries:

These small, round batteries can be notorious for entering ears, and their minute size makes them a perfect fit for an ear canal.

Insects: 

While uncommon, small insects like gnats or flies can get trapped in the warm, moist environment of the ear canal.

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Signs of a Foreign Body in the Ear Canal

If you suspect you or someone you know has something stuck in their ear, be aware of these symptoms:

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  • Earache or discomfort

  • Difficulty hearing

  • Ringing or buzzing in the ear (tinnitus)

  • The feeling of fullness in the ear canal

  • Discharge from the ear

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Professional Foreign Object Removal in Croydon

It's crucial to avoid attempting to remove a foreign object yourself. Cotton swabs or other household items can push the object further down, potentially damaging the ear canal or eardrum. If you want to know how to get something deep out of your ear, the safest solution is to request help from an ear specialist such as MK Ear Wax Clinic. Objects that remain lodged or not removed correctly pose serious risks including the rupturing of your ear drum, prolonged tinnitus, and the potential for permanent hearing loss.

Emergency Call-Out Services

We offer an emergency foreign body removal service to residents in Croydon and the surrounding areas, utilising the latest microsuction technology. Microsuction involves using a low-pressure suction device and a microscope to gently and precisely remove the object, minimising discomfort and risk of injury.

Our Approach

Home Visit Consultation: Our experienced clinician will assess your situation and discuss the best course of action.

Microsuction Removal: Using a microscope for precise visualisation, the foreign object is safely removed using gentle suction.

Aftercare: We will provide you with aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing and prevent future issues.                    

Benefits of Choosing MK Ear Wax Clinic

Safe & Effective: Microsuction offers a safe and controlled method for removing foreign objects.


Painless Procedure: The procedure is generally painless and well-tolerated by patients of all ages.


Quick & Efficient: Foreign body removal through microsuction is usually a quick process, minimising disruption to your day.


Experienced Professional: We are highly trained and experienced in ear care, ensuring the best possible outcome.


Out-of-Hours Emergency Home Visits: Due to the urgent nature of a foreign body removal, our mobile ear clinic in Croydon provides out-of-hours services across the local areas, with availability to attend your home at any hour. 

Contact For Foreign Body Removal Services 

Don't let an object in your ear disrupt your life. Schedule an appointment online or call us to discuss your situation. Our convenient emergency home visits provide reassurance and relief from discomfort at any time of the day or night. Contact our Croydon-based ear clinic today to enquire about our services!

Phone: 0203 576 2944 | Email: info@mkearwaxclinic.co.uk

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