Question 1

What is earwax?

Accepted Answer

The protective yellow waxy substance secreted in the passage of the outer ear.Also called cerumen.

Question 2

What is earwax blockage?

Accepted Answer

Earwax can build up in your ear canal and cause a blockage. Earwax blockages happens when your ear makes earwax faster than your body can remove it.

Question 3

What are the signs and symptoms of earwax blockage?

Accepted Answer

• Trouble hearing
 • Earache
 • Ear fullness or a feeling that something is plugging up your ear
 • Itching or ringing in your ear
 • Dizziness

Question 4

What are the benefits of professional ear cleaning?

Accepted Answer

• Proper cleaning — You’ll get a proper clean that won’t damage your hearing.
 • Impacted earwax — Impacted earwax can cause minor and major symptoms.
 • Protecting your ears — If you want to protect the inner structure of the ear, you need to speak to a hearing health professional first.

Question 5

Does getting my ears washed hurt?

Accepted Answer

Some find this procedure quite soothing; others describe it as an odd feeling; however, you should not feel any discomfort.

Question 6

When should I call my doctor?

Accepted Answer

• You have discharge or blood coming out your ear.
 • Your ear pain does not go away or gets worse.
 • You have a fever.
 • You have trouble hearing or hear ringing noises.

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