Actual photographs of Cockroach inside Delhi Patient’s Ear

New Delhi [India], January 16: A shocking and distressing medical emergency was recently handled successfully in New Delhi. A patient rushed to clinic with a live cockroach stuck deep inside the ear. The Delhi patient was in severe pain, panic, and discomfort when they reached the popular ENT clinic of Dr. Purodha Prasad, a leading ENT specialist in Delhi.

Acting swiftly and with great precision, Dr. Purodha Prasad carefully removed the live insect using specialized ENT equipment, preventing further damage to the eardrum and ear canal.

The case highlights not only the importance of immediate medical attention in such situations but also the critical role of ENT doctors in handling rare and frightening emergencies safely.

The Incident: What Happened the Night Before

The male adult patient living in Saket area of South Delhi went to bed normally last night. He was unaware that a cockroach would crawl into his ear during the night. He woke up with sudden, severe ear pain with a strange sensation of movement inside the ear. He was in extreme discomfort.

The pain was sharp and continuous, making it impossible for him to sleep or rest properly. The patient somehow tried to manage the pain until the morning. In the morning, the ear had become extremely sensitive, and the patient was scared that something serious was stuck inside.

This frightening experience led him to immediately seek medical help, which eventually revealed that a live cockroach had entered and was sitting deep inside his ear canal, close to the eardrum, creating a medical emergency.

The Unsuccessful First Attempt of Removal by another Local Doctor

In the morning, the patient first visited a nearby local doctor in Saket, Delhi hoping for immediate relief from the severe ear pain. On examination, the doctor identified that a cockroach was there deep inside the ear canal.

However, due to the unavailability of proper endoscopic ear examination instruments and specialized ENT tools, it was not possible to visualize the insect clearly or remove it safely in full.

During the attempt, only one leg of the cockroach could be taken out, while the remaining part of the insect stayed inside and was still stuck dangerously close to the eardrum. Any further attempt without proper equipment carried a high risk of pushing the insect deeper or damaging the eardrum, so the procedure was stopped.

The patient was advised to consult a specialized ENT surgeon in Delhi immediately, which is when he came to Dr. Purodha Prasad for definitive treatment.

Dr. Purodha Prasad – ENT Doctor in Delhi Takes The Charge

 Cockroach removed successfully using endoscopic instruments

When the patient reached the nearest ENT clinic in South Delhi, the case reaches to Dr. Purodha Prasad. She immediately performed a detailed endoscopic ear inspection, which allowed clear visualization of the ear canal and the eardrum using high-definition optics.

Dr. Purodha Prasad used advanced ENT instruments to carefully remove the entire remaining body of the cockroach under direct vision. She ensured that no fragments were left behind and without causing further injury to the eardrum.

There was already minor trauma inside the ear due to the earlier attempt by the first doctor, but it was managed promptly with appropriate medicines to prevent infection and promote healing.

The patient experienced immediate relief after the procedure and was advised proper follow-up care, highlighting how timely specialist intervention and modern equipment made a critical difference in safely resolving this emergency.

Here’s what Dr. Purodha Prasad had to say after the treatment was successfully completed –

“Cases like these are rare but can be extremely painful and stressful for patients. Prompt medical attention and the right tools make all the difference. At our ENT clinic in Delhi, we ensure every patient receives safe, precise, and compassionate care, no matter how unusual the situation – Dr. Purodha Prasad”

Precautions to Avoid Such Incidents – Advice from Dr. Purodha Prasad

Dr. Purodha Prasad advises that while such incidents are rare, a few simple precautions can significantly reduce the risk of insects or foreign bodies entering the ear, especially at night.

Keeping sleeping areas clean and pest-free, using mosquito nets or protective bedding in areas prone to insects, and avoiding sleeping directly on the floor are simple but effective steps. If you ever feel something moving inside the ear, do not insert hairpins, earbuds, or fingers.

Instead, cover the ear lightly and seek immediate help from an nearest ENT specialist in Delhi who has proper endoscopic instruments for safe removal. Most importantly, timely medical attention can prevent pain, infection, and complications.

About Dr. Purodha Prasad – ENT specialist in Delhi NCR

Dr. Purodha Prasad – ENT Specialist in Delhi

Dr. Purodha Prasad is a highly experienced ENT specialist in Delhi with a huge 12+ years of experience in all types Ear, Nose & Throat Treatments & surgeries in Delhi NCR. She is known for her expertise in complex ear surgeries such as Tympanoplasty, Ear drum repair surgery, Mastoidectomy in Delhi. 

She can also handle complex cases of hearing loss treatments as well. She combines advanced techniques and modern endoscopic equipment to treat ENT conditions safely and effectively.

Dr. Purodha Prasad holds an MBBS, MS (ENT), and a specialization as DNB (ENT). She has also pursued   international fellowships in otology, neuro-otology, and skull base surgery. She is a proud co-founder of her ENT clinic near Saket & Green Park, Vanya Clinic, Aesthetics & ENT. She also practices at National Heart Institute in Delhi.

If you are looking for availing expert ENT consultation, treatments in Delhi, then you can reach out to Dr. Purodha Prasad on below contact details –

Primary Address of Dr. Purodha Prasad:

Dr. Purodha Prasad, F-14, Block F, Green Park Extension, Green Park, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

Address at NHI, Delhi:

Dr. Purodha Prasad, 49-50, National Heart Institute, D Block, East of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi 110065

Call Dr. Purodha Prasad:

8448150908 – Vanya Clinic, Delhi Phone Number

9310446912 – National Heart Institute, Delhi Phone Number

Disclaimer: This press release is for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult a doctor before taking any decisions.