Purpose: To improve hearing and relieve discomfort caused by cerumen impaction.
Potential complications include ear canal irritation or perforation of the eardrum.
Purpose: To repair lacerations or tears in the earlobe, often due to trauma or earring-related injuries.
Scarring may occur, and it’s essential to monitor for signs of infection.
Purpose: To obtain tissue samples for diagnosis of conditions such as tumors, infections, or inflammatory diseases.
Biopsy results can take several days to weeks, and there may be risks of bleeding or infection.
Purpose: To safely extract objects lodged in the ear, nose, or throat.
Immediate attention is necessary, especially for potential airway obstructions or if the foreign body is causing pain.
