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Hello, i got my ear wax removed by a nurse using tap water with high pressure. since than i am having dizzy spells. its been three days now. ?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Expected outcome: This is one of the many reasons why high pressure irrigation/lavage for external ear canal wax clearance is a horrible idea. The only way to treat impacted ear canal cerumen (wax) is to see an ENT who can use a microscope and fine instruments to clean your ears. Vertigo spells following irrigation is common and will slowly improve. Try meclizine in the meantime and keep your ear canals dry

Answered 7/9/2016

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See Doctor: It's unusual to use high pressure liquid to remove ear wax, usually suction is used. Have your doctor take a look into the ear canal.

Answered 1/30/2015

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