Doctor's 'permanent damage' alert as people resort to 'DIY methods'

Having especially waxy ears can sometimes feel unhygienic, and people may be tempted to dig out what they can, thinking they ...
KTBS

Proper way to clean out excess ear wax: It's not using a Q-tip

SHREVEPORT, La. - Experts say, when it comes to cleaning your ears, what "feels right" might actually be doing more harm than good. Some people are more prone to ear wax production, and some people's ...

Why You Should Never Use Earbuds Or Cotton Swabs In Your Ears And How To Safely Remove Wax

Using earbuds or cotton swabs to clean earwax can push the wax deeper, leading to infections, pain, and even hearing damage.
The New York Times

What’s the Best Way to Clean Your Ears?

Cotton swabs may feel the most satisfying, but there are safer and more effective alternatives. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Caroline Hopkins Q: I know I’m not supposed ...
The Atlantic

You Can See Inside Your Ear. That Doesn’t Mean You Should.

Listen to more stories on the Noa app. The ear is a marvelous, humble organ. It powers our hearing and also our balance, keeping us upright and connected to the world around us. In return, ear doctors ...
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Many adults in Northern Ireland are suffering in silence over ear wax problems, Hidden Hearing study reveals

A new survey has revealed that many adults in Northern Ireland suffer in silence instead of getting ear wax removal treatment ...