TLDR;
The video warns against using cotton swabs to clean ears due to the risk of infections and pushing ear wax deeper, causing pain. It briefly suggests an alternative, though the specific recommendation is unclear due to incomplete transcription.
- Cotton swabs can cause ear infections.
- Using cotton swabs pushes ear wax deeper into the ear canal.
- Impacted ear wax can cause pain.
Dangers of Cotton Swabs [0:00]
The video starts by cautioning viewers about the dangers of using cotton swabs to clean their ears. Many individuals are unaware of the potential harm these swabs can cause. Beyond the risk of infections, cotton swabs tend to push ear wax further into the ear canal. This compaction of ear wax can lead to pain and discomfort. The video then abruptly cuts off while suggesting an alternative cleaning method, mentioning "flack 18 to 3688" without further context.