Foreign Body Removal at Midwest Express Clinic
Foreign bodies lodged in the human body, whether in the ear, nose, or eye, require specialized removal procedures. We offer prompt and professional foreign body removal services. This issue is not limited to children; adults may also require this treatment.
Common Foreign Objects & Where They Are Found:
- In Adults: Foreign bodies are often found in adults’ ears. Frequently, these objects are insects like cockroaches, ants, moths, and flies. Adults and older children usually notice the object in their ear but may not know how it entered.
- In Young Children: Small objects such as beads, pebbles, food items, buttons, or plastic toys are commonly inserted into young children’s ears voluntarily.
Detecting a Foreign Body in Your Nose
If you suspect an object is stuck in your nose, you might experience discomfort, pain in the affected area, nasal discharge, or bleeding.
Recognizing a Foreign Body in Your Ear
Due to the ear canal’s sensitivity, pain in the ear is often the first sign of a foreign object. Other indications may include decreased hearing, bleeding, drainage from the ear, and even nausea or the urge to vomit due to inner ear irritation.
Methods of Foreign Body Removal
The technique used for foreign body removal depends on the object’s location and type. Common methods include:
- Gentle Suction or Tweezers: Used to grasp the object.
- Magnetized Instruments: Effective for metallic objects in the ear.
- Irrigation: Involves washing the object out of the ear with warm water.
- Soft Rubber Catheter: Utilized for objects lodged in the nose.
Swift Action for Your Comfort and Safety
Accidents happen, and when you find yourself saying, “I have something stuck in my ear,” or “I have something stuck in my nose,” our medical providers are ready to help. Delaying removal can lead to severe pain or hearing loss. At Midwest Express Clinic, we often perform foreign body removal in our offices, but its success depends on factors like location and object type. For airway blockages or choking, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
Don’t hesitate to visit one of our Midwest Express Clinic locations if you have a foreign object stuck in your ear or nose. Your comfort and safety are our top priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is foreign body removal, and when is it needed?
Foreign body removal is a medical procedure to extract objects that have become lodged in the human body, such as in the ear, nose, or eye. It is needed when these foreign objects cause discomfort, pain, or other symptoms.
Who commonly requires foreign body removal services?
Foreign body removal is frequently needed in children, accounting for 80% of cases. However, adults may also require this treatment, particularly for objects in the ear.
What are some common foreign objects found in adults, and where are they usually located?
In adults, foreign bodies are often found in the ear, with insects like cockroaches, ants, moths, and flies being common culprits.
How can I tell if I have something stuck in my nose?
If you suspect an object is stuck in your nose, common symptoms include discomfort or pain in the affected area, nasal discharge, or bleeding.
How can I recognize a foreign body in my ear?
In the case of a foreign object in your ear, symptoms often include ear pain as the initial sign. Other indicators may include decreased hearing, ear bleeding, drainage, nausea, or the urge to vomit due to inner ear irritation.
What methods are used for foreign body removal?
The technique used for foreign body removal depends on the object’s location and type. Common methods include gentle suction or tweezers, magnetized instruments for metallic objects, irrigation with warm water, and the use of a soft rubber catheter.
Why is swift action essential for foreign body removal?
Swift removal of a foreign body is crucial to prevent severe pain, hearing loss, or complications. Delaying removal can lead to further discomfort and complications.
Can foreign body removal be performed at Midwest Express Clinic locations?
Yes, our medical practitioners at Midwest Express Clinic urgent care are often able to perform foreign body removal in our offices. However, the success of removal depends on factors like the object’s location and type.
What should I do in case of airway blockages or choking due to a foreign body?
For airway blockages or choking emergencies, it’s essential to call 9-1-1 immediately for immediate medical assistance.
How can I access foreign body removal services at Midwest Express Clinic?
To access our foreign body removal services, simply visit one of our Midwest Express Clinic locations. Your comfort and safety are our top priorities, and our medical providers are ready to help.
Foreign body removal is available at these locations:
Illinois
Aurora
Blue Island
Bolingbrook
Bourbonnais
Burbank
Calumet Park
Carol Stream
Chicago Ridge
Cicero
Elmhurst on Butterfield
Elmhurst on York Street
Evergreen Park (coming soon)
Lombard
Matteson
Melrose Park
Norridge
Northbrook
Richton Park
River Forest
Skokie
Tinley Park on Harlem
Tinley Park on LaGrange
Westmont
Wheaton
Willowbrook