Foreign Body in Ear
Not yet clinically reviewed
This protocol was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia and Ward Guide apps for educational use. Follow your hospital's own policies and consult seniors when in doubt.
Features
History of foreign body insertion / Mild pain present / Blocking sensation in ear.
Management
- If foreign body is obvious & can be easily removed or non-living, it may be attempted. If fail to remove it, try removing it under general anesthesia.
- If it is living and cannot be removed, instill soda glycerin or viscous lignocaine to the ear to kill the organism.
- Otherwise refer to ENT surgeon.