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October 19th, 2010
Weird question --- I have an idle habit of twirling hair into my ear canal. The inner ear is quite sensitive and it gives me an interesting sensation. This habit has become a bit addictive and I'm wondering if I can harm my eardrum or inner ear canal by doing this.

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zigemyster
replied October 19th, 2010
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Interesting question...unsure if it is harmful unless you stuff your hair in your ear like some would do with a q-tip.

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billybee
replied October 19th, 2010
Well, I DO twirl it in there fairly deeply. I'm willing to stop this habit it I can confirm that it's potentially harmful.

Thanks in advance for any other replies!
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