Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine
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Ear injuries caused by cotton buds are commonly seen in ear, nose and throat (ENT) practice. We asked 1000 patients attending an ENT referral clinic whether they used cotton buds to clean the ear canal. ⋯ The frequency of use was no higher in those with ear complaints than in those with nose and other complaints. 15-20% of respondents disagreed with the statements that cotton buds can cause infections, wax impaction or perforations. On the evidence of this survey, manufacturers' warnings need to be fortified.
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Historical Article
Spermatomania--the English response to Lallemand's disease.