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Large objects which cause complete obstruction of the ear canal will cause a conductive hearing loss and some discomfort.
If the epithelium has been damaged, either by insertion or attempts at removal, there may be pain and bleeding from the ear.
Organic foreign bodies such as vegetable or insect material often provoke a more severe inflammatory response with accompanying pain, swelling, and discharge.
This child inserted a small plastic cap from a toy pistol into his ear.
The black grains of gunpowder within the plastic cap are visible. |
