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What Causes Purple Discoloration On The Swab Of The Right Ear?

I cleaned my ears after a shower this morning and was quite amazed to see purple on the swab of my right ear, the left ear was normal with just a slight tinge of yellow/orange wax. I ve checked a couple of websites which were not much help. What do you think of this.
posted on Fri, 17 Nov 2017
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Hello,

During bathing, the shampoo or other cosmetics may enter into your ear might have bleach your wax may have color. So please consult your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly.

 
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,  
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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What Causes Purple Discoloration On The Swab Of The Right Ear?

Hello, During bathing, the shampoo or other cosmetics may enter into your ear might have bleach your wax may have color. So please consult your ENT specialist he will examine and treat you accordingly.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,   Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu