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Tick Burrows in Woman's Ear, Restores Hearing After Removal

1/17/2025

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A 21-year-old woman from Dharan, Nepal, faced excruciating ear pain and hearing loss when a tick burrowed into her ear canal. After doctors successfully extracted the tick, her inflammation subsided, restoring her hearing. This alarming incident underscores the dangers of tick infestations and their potential to cause serious health complications.

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Story summary

A 21-year-old woman from Dharan, Nepal, faced excruciating ear pain and hearing loss when a tick burrowed into her ear canal. After doctors successfully extracted the tick, her inflammation subsided, restoring her hearing. This alarming incident underscores the dangers of tick infestations and their potential to cause serious health complications.