Doctors Warn That Overusing Your Earbuds Can Lead to Infections

Doctors have seen an uptick in ear infections, and believe it might be linked to overuse of earbuds

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One doctor said they’ve seen an uptick in ear infections they believe are linked to increased use of earbuds.

Some doctors are now warning against the overuse of earbuds as they begin to see more patients coming in with ear infections.

Sometimes, these ear infections mean a visit to the emergency room.

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Doctors advocate washing earbuds with rubbing alcohol once a day, along with taking a break from wearing them for five minutes every hour of use.

There can be risk of wax and debris build-up if the ear canals aren't able to stay clear and receive air.

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