Safe Foreign Body Removal
A foreign object in the ear canal needs professional attention — the longer it stays, the greater the risk of pain, infection, and hearing damage. We provide prompt home visits across Taunton and Somerset, using microsuction and medical-grade instruments to carefully extract the object under endoscopic visualisation. The procedure is gentle, precise, and designed to protect your ear canal and eardrum throughout.
- No GP Referral
- Home Visit
- 15+ Years Experience
Benefits
- ◆Prompt attention — often within 24–48 hours
- ◆Precise extraction under endoscopic visualisation
- ◆Gentle technique with minimal discomfort
- ◆Prevents infection and further complications
- ◆Home visit service — no A&E wait
- ◆No GP referral needed
Who Is This For
- ◆Anyone with an object stuck in the ear canal
- ◆Hearing aid users who have lost a dome or tip in the ear
- ◆Parents of children who have inserted objects into their ears
- ◆Adults with cotton wool or cotton bud tips lodged in the ear
Areas We Cover
What to Expect
From booking to aftercare — here's how your appointment works.
Get in touch
Step 1Call or message us to describe the situation. We'll arrange a home visit as quickly as possible, often within 24–48 hours.
Assessment
Step 2We examine your ear canal using a video otoscope to locate the object and determine the safest removal approach.
Careful extraction
Step 3Using microsuction or specialist instruments under direct visualisation, we gently remove the object without risk of pushing it deeper.
Post-removal check
Step 4We re-examine the ear to confirm complete removal, check for any irritation, and provide aftercare guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our foreign body removal service
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