Dr. Says Don't USE IEMs for a While

[nickdawg]

Awesome!!

I guess there woild be alot of time to listen to music while working on computers, plus it can help with concentration.

 

[nylan8301]

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Originally Posted by TheMarchingMule /img/forum/go_quote.gif *sigh* you guys are so immature. Haha I kid I kid, but I do recall vividly that one time, this semi-new member was saying how great KY lubricant was for his ears, and everybody was all "uhhh..."

I remember that thread. Thinking about it still brings a smile to my face.

Nylan

 

[nickdawg]

OMG! KY for the ears!! I could make a dirty comment, but I'll refrain...

 

[scompton]

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Originally Posted by nickdawg /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm not so sure about using lubrication. Sounds like it could end up causing problems. Could it add to the build and block the ear, like wax? Plus, I don't like the idea of putting something moist in my ear and keeping it sealed in there.

OtoEase is made for people who wear hearing aids and is sold by audiologists and ENTs. I think if they're selling it, it's probably safe. I've never tried it because triflange tips are too big around for my ear canals and I doubt that lubricants and foam tips are a good combination. I also usually use my UM1 which barely goes in my ear canal so I don't have a problem anyway.

 

[nickdawg]

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Originally Posted by scompton /img/forum/go_quote.gif OtoEase is made for people who wear hearing aids and is sold by audiologists and ENTs. I think if they're selling it, it's probably safe. I've never tried it because triflange tips are too big around for my ear canals and I doubt that lubricants and foam tips are a good combination. I also usually use my UM1 which barely goes in my ear canal so I don't have a problem anyway.

I would consider that. If it's sold by audiologist/ENTs for hearing aids, I'd assume it's tested and safe for ears. It's better to use a product designed for that use than something else, or even worse-licking them and inserting

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[eruditass]

olive oil. audiologist recommended, google it.

computer jobs ftw, that's what i do.

 

[synaesthetic]

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Originally Posted by fumashirou /img/forum/go_quote.gif Don't use IEM over 2 hours a day

Hmm, I think I fail at this. >.>

 

[nickdawg]

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Originally Posted by fumashirou Don't use IEM over 2 hours a day

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Originally Posted by synaesthetic /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hmm, I think I fail at this. >.>

I think we all fail at that.

 

[scompton]

I've worn my UM1 for 7 hours on a long plane ride without a problem. Two hours is about my limit at the best of times with my im716. I might be able to use it longer if I could get smaller tips on it.

 

[synaesthetic]

The greatest discomfort given to me by my ER-4P only happens if I don't pay attention and get a hair caught in my ear when I put the earphones in. Then my ears itch.

Other than that and the "stuffed" feeling that all IEMs give a person, they're great.

 

[nickdawg]

I slept with my JVC marshmellows the other day(7-8 hours) without a problem. There was that stuffed feeking, but like sleeping with earplugs, it wasn't too hard to overcome. They fit completely in my ears flush with the outside so both sides are comfortable since there isn't a driver that can push in when I'm on my side.

 

[duetta]

I developed a bad case of "swimmer's ear" last fall after using ER-4s for nearly a decade. My ear appears to have recovered (after liberal amounts of antibiotic) - but I avoid using the ER-4s except for critical listening, which nowdays isn't often. I'm also on the lookout for a pair of noise-reduction phones that don't require insertion directly into the canal.

 

[JasonK]

This is why having a proper fit is so important. This is the same issue people have if they wear a hearing aid that is too tight. It adjitated the sensitive inside of the canal and can make it susceptible to infection.

Bottom line: CLEAN AND REPLACE YOUR TIPS!!!!! DO NOT SHARE!

Although ear wax is considered by many to not carry disease and has characteristics of an antiseptic it can not stop the spread of infection.

Using Otoease which I give to many of my hearing aid patients is a good idea. Also stop using Q Tips this only makes the agitation worse. It is similar to scratching a bug bite. Extra Virgin olive oil is another great option as it does not carry bacteria and sooths the skin. If you still feel you need to clean your ears, get a cleaning kit from Audiologist Choice. They sell it in Walgreens/CVS.....

Good luck and I hope this helped.