Can I put mineral oil in my ear?
Question posted by dakotab2 on 14 March 2010
Last updated on 24 March 2010 by suzanne66
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suzanne66
24 March 2010
You can use mineral oil in your ear to soften wax.
The mineral oil softens dried or hardened earwax so that a gentle flush of water can remove the debris. In the case of a damaged or perforated eardrum, however, mineral oil should not be used, as oil in the middle ear can promote ear infections.
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