Children often enjoy some risky experiments such as putting small objects such as food or toys into their ears or nose. If these objects get stuck, fluid can build up in the child's ear or nose, which can cause infection. A foreign object inserted into the nose can even be inhaled into the lungs. A foreign object in the ear can rupture the eardrum or cause hearing loss. Foreign objects can also damage body tissue and be difficult to remove. So what to do about foreign objects in children's ears and nose?