Removal of Foreign Body (Nose)

Aftercare

  • Teach patients not to put anything in the ears or nose.
  • Do not put anything smaller than your elbow in your ear (including cotton-tipped applicators).
  • Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be taken every 4-6 hours for pain.

Follow-up

  • Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection and seek follow-up care if present:
    • increase in pain
    • drainage
    • foul odour
    • increase in temperature

Patient Education Handout – Foreign Body of the Nose or Ear

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