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Do You Need To Dilute 3 Hydrogen Peroxide For Ears

"On whether the use of 3% hydrogen peroxide in the ear needs to be diluted"

Or ask: Do you need to dilute the use of 3% hydrogen peroxide in the ear? In this regard, doctors have different opinions.

Some doctors say that 3% hydrogen peroxide can be cleaned up for ear diseases, or it does not need to be diluted. The reason is that this concentration of hydrogen peroxide can effectively remove cerumen, secretions, etc. in the ear by virtue of its oxidation power. When dripped into the ear canal, hydrogen peroxide comes into contact with foreign bodies and quickly reacts chemically to produce bubbles, which can loosen and peel off the dirt attached to the wall of the ear canal, followed by subsequent outflow or cleanup. And clinical practice is common, undiluted 3% hydrogen peroxide is used for ear cleaning in most patients, without obvious adverse reactions, and can achieve good cleaning effect.

However, some doctors hold different views, believing that 3% hydrogen peroxide may need to be diluted. Because the ear structure is fine and sensitive, although hydrogen peroxide has a cleaning effect, it is itself irritating. If the individual ear skin mucosa is fragile, undiluted 3% hydrogen peroxide may cause ear discomfort, such as tingling, itching, or even damage the ear mucosa. Therefore, for such sensitive individuals, it is advisable to dilute 3% hydrogen peroxide moderately to reduce its concentration to reduce its irritation, while still maintaining its cleaning effect, which may be more suitable for the physiological characteristics of the ear and prevent potential damage.

In summary, whether 3% hydrogen peroxide needs to be diluted in the ear depends on the specific condition of the individual's ear. Doctors should carefully observe the patient's ear situation, weigh the advantages and disadvantages, and choose the best solution for the patient to achieve safe and effective treatment purposes.