Ear wax build-up can lead to its impaction within the ears causing ear block, reduced hearing ability, ear discharge, itching, and fullness in the ears. But it is not advised to use any pointed objects to remove the ear wax. It might perforate the eardrum. Ear wax drops, irrigation kits, glycerin, mineral oil, baby oil, or hydrogen peroxide can be used to soften the wax, after which it gets cleared out. Otherwise, reach an ENT specialist to get it removed professionally.
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How to remove earwax with earbuds?
Query: Hello doctor, I frequently use earbuds due to itching in my ears since many years. People say it is not good to use earbuds. Please suggest me what should I do when I suffer from itching inside the ear. How do I remove ear wax? I also have a problem in my throat like throat dryness and irritation i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The itching in your ear is very suggestive of a fungal infection in the ear canal. This is very common and the main symptom is itching. Impacted ear wax can also create itching along with a fungal infection. Since you use earbuds, you may have impacted wax too. So, I ... Read Full »