How do you know if a housefly is in your ear?

Answer 1

It is very unlikely you have a fly in your ear since flies tend to be quick and cautious and would not usually put themselves in that danger. If you are having hearing problems on one side and you feel there is something in the ear, it is more likely you have a buildup of hardened earwax. Although there are over-the-counter kits to soften and remove this wax, it is more advisable to see a doctor, especially if you are uncertain as to what is in the ear. If it is wax, the doctor will flush the ear with a large syringe-like instrument. This process is painless with little or no discomfort and will improve your hearing by a phenomenal amount.

Whatever it is, do not try to remove it with a Q-tip, as you will just push it in deeper.

Answer 2

If you can safely remove it yourself do so flush your ear with water with a very mild anti septic soloution in the water or ask someone to do it for you. If you cannot remove the object without causing injury to the ear then seek urgent medical attention from the emergency department of a hospital.