Earwax, or cerumen, is a natural secretion that is necessary to help preserve ear health. Contrary to what some might believe ...

What starts as a strange and satisfying moment, earwax falling out on its own, could be a warning sign that your ears need professional help, according to a new article on AskAnAudiologist.com.

Impacted cerumen (se-ROO-men) is when earwax (cerumen) builds up in the ear and blocks the ear canal; it can cause temporary hearing loss and ear pain. Earwax is produced by glands in the ear canal, ...

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Over-the-counter drops can soften ear wax but should not be used if the eardrum is ruptured. You should not try to remove ear wax yourself with objects like cotton swabs or ear candles. If you're ...

Dr. Manish Munjal from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi, advises safe earwax removal: use ear drops, baby oil, or mineral oil to soften wax; suction bulbs for gentle removal; professional ear irrigation; ...

Ear irrigation is one way to remove and prevent earwax buildup. It can be done at home using warm water and a syringe. Over-the-counter ear irrigation kits are available. It's important to be careful ...

Earwax (cerumen) protects the inside of your ears from irritation and infection. As the body makes new wax, the old earwax usually drains out of your ears naturally. Sometimes earwax can build up and ...

The external ear canal, characterized by species-specific structural and physiological differences, maintains a hostile environment that prevents microbial overgrowth and foreign body entry, supported ...