Question 1

bought a cervical pillow for neck. caused wax buildup in one ear. common problem for me. didn't use my ear wax drops for months. day 5 now, some relief with 2 drops 2x daily, but still blocked. how long to clear? also use wet a cotton ball in ear?

Accepted Answer

: Depends on how hard you ear wax is. Wet cotton ball not likely to help. You must soften the wax. The drops should eventually work. If your hearing is being impaired you will need to see your Dr who can likely remove it in office. Once cleared use the drops to keep it from coming back..

Question 2

is the ear wax test real?

Accepted Answer

Ear wax: Have never heard of an ear wax "test".   Wax is just made up of dead skin and oils secreted from glands. Not much you could learn from it by having it "tested" so i would say not real.

Question 3

what do i do about ear wax?

Accepted Answer

Do not use Q tips!: Ear wax protects and moisturises the skin of the ear canal, fights infections and protects the ear drum. Washing your hair regularly  is enough to keep the ear canals clean, just wipe the outside with a wash cloth. If there is production of excess wax or impaction your doctor can prescribe a medication or remove it with a curette or ear wash. Don't use q-tips as it just impacts the wax more.

Question 4

why does ear wax turn black?

Accepted Answer

Oxidation ?: Long standing cerumen in the ear canal can turn black by oxidation.  Not to worry except to make sure it is not a blood clot.

Question 5

what causes dry flaky ear wax?

Accepted Answer

Skin and wax gland: Cerumen or ear wax is a product of sloughed off dead skin and the compound produced by your cerumen glands in your outer ear canal. The consistency can range from moist to dry and flaky. It depends on the relative oil content of the cerumen gland product and amount of sloughed off skin.

Question 6

how can you fix impacted ear wax?

Accepted Answer

You can't: Your physician, or an ENT specialist can.  Wax can be softened and carefully removed by the doctor.  Call now for an appointment.

Question 7

is it not good to have a lot of ear wax?

Accepted Answer

It's ok: Excess ear wax can be a problem when it completely blocks the canal and causes ear fullness and hearing loss. You would need to be seen to determine if you have an impaction.

Question 8

is there anything safe that dissolves ear wax?

Accepted Answer

Mineral oil: Mineral oil or a mixture of 50% hydrogen peroxide and 50% warm water.

Question 9

should i be worried about having crusty ear wax?

Accepted Answer

Ear wax: Hello. Ear wax may have multiple different appearances. Crusty wax that presents at the opening of the ear is working its way out like nature intended. See your doctor if the wax builds and affects your hearing. Make sure the doctor checks your ears every year for your annual physical. He/she can clean your ears if needed. No worries.

Question 10

please tell me can ear wax permanently deafen you?

Accepted Answer

Permanently, no.: Ear wax can block the ear canal and decrease your level of hearing, but it is temporary. If it is cleared, your hearing should restore back to your typical level. Any worries about hearing should get checked out because often people mistakenly believe that wax is causing the problem with hearing.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Similasan ear wax relief reviews

A member asked:

Bought a cervical pillow for neck. caused wax buildup in one ear. common problem for me. didn't use my ear wax drops for months. day 5 now, some relief with 2 drops 2x daily, but still blocked. how long to clear? also use wet a cotton ball in ear?

A member asked:

Is the ear wax test real?

A member asked:

What do i do about ear wax?

A member asked:

Why does ear wax turn black?

A member asked:

What causes dry flaky ear wax?

A member asked:

How can you fix impacted ear wax?

A member asked:

Is it not good to have a lot of ear wax?

A member asked:

Is there anything safe that dissolves ear wax?

A member asked:

Should i be worried about having crusty ear wax?

A member asked:

Please tell me can ear wax permanently deafen you?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?