Ear specialist warns that leftover earplug pieces can tear the eardrum

An ear specialist has warned about earplug pieces left in the ear.

The warning concerns small pieces that remain after earplugs are used.

The specialist says these pieces can tear the eardrum.

The warning highlights a possible injury linked to earplugs.

The available details do not identify the specialist or say where the warning was made.

They also do not say what people should do next.