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I went to a doctor not too long ago, and he mentioned that my ears seem very backed up and i'll need to clean them out with drops or something to that effect... please help.
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The basics: There are a variety of over the counter drops that can be used to soften or dissolve accumulated ear wax. They can be found in drug stores/pharmacy section of markets & some dollar stores.Instructions are on the bottle. ax can also be removed ubder direct vision by the doctor with special equipment.
Answered 8/21/2019
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