How to get rid of earwax and how to treat clogged ear?
Self-treatment In the event that there is a lot of earwax and blocking the ear canal Can do it yourself, basic with the following methods
- Use ear drops or other substances such as Mineral Oil, Hydrogen Peroxide, Glycerine, or Baby Oil to soften earwax. Easy to apply and remove
- Rinse the ear canal with a syringe after 1-2 days when the earwax begins to weaken. Use syringe to inject warm water into the ear canal. The warm water should be at a temperature similar to body temperature to prevent dizziness. Then tilt the head slightly so that water can enter the ear canal. After that, tilt the head to the side to let water out of the ear.
- Clean and dry the ears with a clean cloth or dryer.
- May have to repeat the above steps in order to let the earwax come off
However, substances that help soften earwax May only help the earwax around the outer ear only And may also cause the earwax to move deep into the ear canal or eardrum, so if the condition is not improved or worsened Should see a doctor soon
Medical treatment In the case of excessive earwax or clogged earwax Initially, the doctor will use an Otoscope to help examine the ear canal and may include other diagnoses depending on the symptoms.
The doctor will use the following methods to get rid of ear wax.
- Use an ear curette tool or vacuuming the earwax
- Wash the earwax with syringes or red rubber balls. By using warm water that is similar to body temperature Or may use Sodium Bicarbonate or other ear drops prescribed by a doctor to wash off the wax
- If it is found that problems with the accumulation of earwax occur again Your doctor may recommend a prescription earwax remover, such as Carbamide Peroxide. However, such ear drops may cause irritation in the ear canal or eardrum, so users should use with Be careful and use according to doctor's instructions strictly.
Preventing repeated blockage of the earwax After the doctor removed the wax Can do as follows
- Do not use cotton swab to pick the ears or spin the ears again. If water enters the ear and makes you feel annoyed Can prevent water from entering by using cotton ball moistened with Vaseline Or use earplugs for divers That can be purchased at a sports equipment store Or wearing a shower cap to cover the ears To prevent water from entering the ear
- Can be used to dissolve ear wax regularly. May use only once a week But if no problems may be used 2-4 weeks once, it can help reduce blockage of the earwax in the outer ear canal
In addition, for patients with severe earwax or hard ear wax Should not pick the ear by itself, such as using paper clips, cotton buds, or hair clips It may push the earwax deeper than before and can cause serious injury to the tissues in the ear, ear canal, or eardrum. Including other disorders that occur in the ear canal should see a doctor.
What are the symptoms of ear plugs?
When clogged with earwax, it may cause various symptoms, including
- Earache
- Feeling tight in the ear that is clogged
- Can hear ringing in the ears or tinnitus
- Hearing loss in the obstruction of the ear
- steam
- Dizziness
- Itching or fluid coming out of the ear canal
When should see a doctor?
If the patient has symptoms of ear blockage above. Including if there is a loss of balance Sudden hearing loss Vomiting or high fever should see a doctor.
In addition, clogged earwax can cause infection. Which, if the patient has the following symptoms of ear infection Should see a doctor immediately
- Severe sore ears
- With sore ears and no sign of relief
- There was fluid flowing out of the ear canal.
- Have a fever
- steam
- Continuous hearing loss
- There is an unpleasant smell from the ear.
- Dizziness
However, some of the above symptoms and symptoms of ear plug obstruction, such as hearing loss, dizziness, and ear pain can be caused by many reasons, so patients should see a doctor to find the true cause. And importantly, do not get rid of the earwax by yourself because the ear canal and eardrum are fragile. Which can easily cause damage.
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