Question
How should I handle it if I accidentally damage my eardrum while cleaning my ears with a cotton swab?
Answer
Minor eardrum damage may be caused by the following reasons: 1. Using too much force or an incorrect posture; 2. Possibility of chronic otitis media (though unlikely); 3. Frequent ear cleaning may lead to easy damage to the eardrum mucosa. If financially feasible, consider a routine blood test (especially if you have other symptoms of easy bleeding). In most cases, if there is no pain and it does not affect hearing, there is usually no major issue, so there is no need to worry excessively.