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My left ear has been blocked for a few days now. it has a ringing sound now. i tried sweet oil and its still not unblocked?

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If no better see doc: People can make ear drop solutions at home using a 1:1 ratio of water and hydrogen peroxide.hydrogen peroxide is a cerumenolytic, which means that it can soften, break down, and dissolve earwax.if does not cl ar with light washing out ear with buld syringe see doctor.

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Answered 4/4/2019

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