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Does removing deep impacted ear wax hurt? flushing with water doesn't work.
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Min/Mild discomfort: Deep impacted wax can be removed carefully with only mild discomfort in a specialist (ENT) office with the right equipment. Occasionally drops are used to soften excessively hard wax for a few days prior to removal.
Answered 11/2/2019
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