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Do I need to visit a doctor for ear block issue?

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Hi doctor,

I just tried an ear wax cleaner and it just completely blocked my ears. I am having an ear block issue even after swimming. Is there anything I can do at home? Or do I need to visit a doctor?
Answered by Dr. Shyam Kalyan N

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Dr. Shyam Kalyan N is a highly skilled Allergy and ENT Specialist dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, throat, and allergy-related conditions. With expertise in advanced ENT care and allergy management, he provides personalized treatment plans that improve overall health and quality of life. Known for his patient-focused approach and clinical excellence, he combines modern medical practices with compassionate care to ensure long-term wellness.

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Hello,

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The wax has absorbed the cleaning fluid and got swollen blocking the ear canal. It is common. The block is transient and you keep putting the drops as advised by the ENT doctor. Usually we put drops for 4 to 5 times daily for five to six days and then go back to the clinic for wax removal. Wax drops are advised to make the wax softer and help remove the ear wax without pain and also to remove completely. If you have not been advised by a doctor to use wax drops and you have self-medicated yourself, then it is better to consult an ENT doctor immediately as we do not know what exactly has caused the ear block. Wax drops should not be used in the ears with otitis media (middle ear infection) or otitis externa (infection of the ear canal).

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At July 21, 2016
Reviewed At September 2, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shyam Kalyan N is a highly skilled Allergy and ENT Specialist dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, throat, and allergy-related conditions. With expertise in advanced ENT care and allergy management, he provides personalized treatment plans that improve overall health and quality of life. Known for his patient-focused approach and clinical excellence, he combines modern medical practices with compassionate care to ensure long-term wellness.

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Education:

BDS

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shyam Kalyan N is a highly skilled Allergy and ENT Specialist dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of ear, nose, throat, and allergy-related conditions. With expertise in advanced ENT care and allergy management, he provides personalized treatment plans that improve overall health and quality of life. Known for his patient-focused approach and clinical excellence, he combines modern medical practices with compassionate care to ensure long-term wellness.

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