There is a popular conception that ear drums are extremely delicate: like soap bubbles or something. But most biological membranes are moderately tough. Plus, I would think they are rather nervy, so any potential damage could probably be anticipated by discomfort (for example, if I swabbed my ear too deeply or harshly). Does anyone really know about this?
2006-07-08 13:22:39 · 3 answers · asked by keithwins 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
They are very delicate. I was behind a woman on a plane that when her ears popped they bled (ruptured ear drum). I lost hearing in one of my ears from jumping off a diving board at school. It only ruptured and sprta healed. The doctors say never to use q-tips, but when I asked a nurse what she used she told me she used q-tips, but would turn her head to the side and just use the q-tips to catch the water that ran out.
2006-07-08 13:28:15 · answer #1 · answered by Phoenixsong 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as with all membranes that have surfaces outside the body, there are sensations of pain when they are stressed.
however, you should not over-estimate their strength.
consider your skin without the backing and support of your flesh, or indeed a hymen.
essentially, both are no stronger than an inflated balloon...pop!
2006-07-08 13:39:46 · answer #2 · answered by leadbelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that no chances should be taken...they can't be replaced!
2006-07-08 19:58:50 · answer #3 · answered by hawaii gurl 06 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋