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They are easy to use and convenient; but the truth is, they can actually cause more harm than good. Q-tips can push wax further into the ear canal, which can cause impaction, discomfort, or a rupture in the ear drum. If the wax gets pushed too far into the ear canal, it could require surgical intervention.

Why Q-Tips are bad

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Don’t use Q-tips for your ears

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