Question 1

wax buildup in ears blocking my ability to hear well out of my right ear. tried warm water, and hydrogen peroxide to no avail. should i see my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes!!!: How do you know it is wax?   The best way to soften ear wax is dilute sodium bicarbonate /[baking soda].

Question 2

is ear candling safe? how should i remove wax buildup safely and fast?

Accepted Answer

Would avoid...: You should have a health care provider clean out earwax if it really causing discomfort or impaired hearing. The risk of ear candling is burning of the ear canal and studies have shown that what is actually being drained or removed as "ear wax" is actually the candles own debris.

Question 3

what is the best home remedy for getting out excessive wax buildup in your ears?

Accepted Answer

Debrox Drops: Cleaning with soft qutip and debrox drops every 2 weeks.

Question 4

how does a buildup of ear wax cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

It should not: Wax buildup will decrease the ability to hear sounds but should not cause dizziness.  The dizzy sensation is usually from the semi-circular canals of the ear or from deep brainstem structures.  Ear wax can easily be removed to see if the symptoms improve.  Probably they will not, and other causes will need to be investigated.

Question 5

could a large buildup of ear wax cause tinnitis and vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Yes, if you have impacted wax against the ear drum, it is possible to have tinnitus and vertigo.  It is uncommon, but possible.  It is imperative that you have an ENT physician properly clean out the wax and see if your symptoms disappear.

Question 6

i keep getting wax buildup in my ears to the point i completely lose hearing and have to go to the dr to get it flushed out. i never use qtips as they say not to. how to prevent this problem as its very disruptive when it occurs?

Accepted Answer

Q tips can help: Most mis-use Q-tips by just pushing the wax further in the ear canal.  Proper use: Enter slightly and twist, then enter more and twist.  Repeat several times  and remove to wipe off the wax.  Enter with fresh Q-tip a little deeper and twist.  What you are doing is transfering the wax to the Q-tip and not pushing it in.  This is very effective when done this way.

Question 7

i have chronic sinusitis and my ears often have wax buildup... could the two be related and if not what would be causing my ear issue?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Wax buildup is likely unrelated.  Don't use q-tips / start using over-the-counter ear wax drops to coax wax out (the cheapest drops are about as good).  Apply 5-10 drops to ears nightly until they run clear (cover pillow with an old towel), then monthly.  If that doesn't help, get seen - the plugging of your ears may be internal (from the sinuses), not from wax.

Question 8

my right ear is been having issues... its always fuzzy and it pops a lot and hurts... i cant hear much from my right ear... its not wax buildup.

Accepted Answer

Seen an ENT: If you have not seen an Ear Nose and Throat Doctor, then you should see one.  You likely have chronic fluid.  You say that it is not wax, implying that you have been examined for wax.  However, they may not be able to discern serous fluid, or drum retraction and offer maneuvers, to try to correct it.  You may try popping your ears -pinch your nose and blow into your cheeks with your mouth closed.

Question 9

i have ear wax buildup in one war. so much so that i bend my  ear and it clogs my hearing. i think it's hereditary as my siblings suffer same. help?

Accepted Answer

Home remedies: Please consult this site for home remedies for ear wax.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/earwax-blockage/basics/lifestyle-home-remedies/CON-20018904

Question 10

what to do if i seem to always get a large buildup of ear wax in one of my ears. why is that and what causes it?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: There are plenty of home remedies, but for large accumulations, you would do best seeing an ent. Trying other things could lead to more problems.

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Wax buildup in ears blocking my ability to hear well out of my right ear. tried warm water, and hydrogen peroxide to no avail. should i see my doctor?

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Is ear candling safe? how should i remove wax buildup safely and fast?

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What is the best home remedy for getting out excessive wax buildup in your ears?

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How does a buildup of ear wax cause dizziness?

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Could a large buildup of ear wax cause tinnitis and vertigo?

A member asked:

I keep getting wax buildup in my ears to the point i completely lose hearing and have to go to the dr to get it flushed out. i never use qtips as they say not to. how to prevent this problem as its very disruptive when it occurs?

A member asked:

I have chronic sinusitis and my ears often have wax buildup... could the two be related and if not what would be causing my ear issue?

A member asked:

My right ear is been having issues... its always fuzzy and it pops a lot and hurts... i cant hear much from my right ear... its not wax buildup.

A member asked:

I have ear wax buildup in one war. so much so that i bend my ear and it clogs my hearing. i think it's hereditary as my siblings suffer same. help?

A member asked:

What to do if i seem to always get a large buildup of ear wax in one of my ears. why is that and what causes it?

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