Holi 2025: The festival of colors is almost here and every year, Holi is marked with the celebration of playing with colors and festive dishes. Holi is played with gulal, water balloons and water guns, however, if security measures are not taken, water balloons and water guns can cause severe damage to the ears.
In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Anish Gupta, Lead Consultant, ENT, CK Birla Hospital Gurugram said, “Although water balloons are a classic of summer sports and Holi celebrations, their effects can cause severe and sometimes permanent ear damage. Being aware of these risks can prevent injury and hear hearing health can be preserved. , Also read Holi 2025: Hidden threats of waterborne infections; Share tips to stop the doctor
Hidden danger of water balloons:
“Water balloons burst when they kill something, suddenly release pressure. If thrown very forcefully or near the ear, they can do severe harm, ”said the ENT specialist.
Earright vefation: There is a thin, delicate membrane inside the ear. A hard hit can break it, causing pain, hearing loss and infection.
Middle ear injury: Middle ear contains small bones that help pass sound. The effect of a water balloon can break these bones, making it more difficult to hear.
Internal ear injury: The inner ear controls both hearing and balance. A rigid shock can damage the region and resulting in long -term hearing damage and dizziness.
Gestation: A sudden change in air pressure within the ear can cause discomfort, muffled hearing, or long -term problems.
Risk of waterborne infection:
Water balloons with dirty water can bring dangerous bacteria and fungi to the ear, which can cause infection:
Otitis extrana (swimmer ear): The dirty water recorded in the ear canal provides a breeding ground for bacteria, resulting in swelling, pain and discharge. Also read Holika Dahan 2025: Choti performing rituals on Holi to follow DOS and Dons
Mediocrotia: When bacteria infect the middle ear through a perforated eerder, it leads to an infection with symptoms of ear pain, fever and fluid accumulation.
Fungus ear infection: Increase of fungus in stable water within the ear can cause itching, discomfort and hearing disturbances.
Signs of warning of ear injury:
- Ear pain or tenderness
- Ringing (tinnitus)
- Fragrant hearing
- Fluid discharge
- Dizziness
Prevention Tips for Holi celebrations:
Note the readers: This article is only for informative purposes and is not an option for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor with any question about a medical condition.
