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Leo blinked at it. “That little thing made the whole world quiet?”
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: Never insert Q-tips or other objects into the ear canal, as they can push wax deeper or scratch the delicate skin, increasing infection risk. Leo blinked at it
This typically requires a trip to the doctor for antibiotic or antifungal ear drops. Avoid putting anything inside the ear (like Q-tips), as this can push the infection deeper. 3. Impacted Earwax This typically requires a trip to the doctor
: This is an infection of the outer ear canal often caused by trapped moisture that allows bacteria to grow. The resulting swelling and fluid buildup can muffle sound. Safe Ways to Clear Your Ears Before you reach for a cotton swab—
The ear canal becomes inflamed and swollen. As the canal narrows due to swelling, sound is physically blocked, leading to that "muffled" feeling.