This article was co-authored by Monica Kieu, DO, FACS and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Dr. Monica Kieu is a board certified Otolaryngologist and Specialist in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kieu received a BS in Anthropology from the University of California, Riverside and earned her medical degree (DO), with honors, from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. She then completed her residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Michigan State University/Detroit Medical Center, where she served as chief resident. Dr. Kieu also completed a prestigious fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto. She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the American Rhinologic Society. Dr. Kieu was recently named one of LA’s Top Docs by Los Angeles Magazine.
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Ear wax is part of our body’s natural defense system—but what happens when there’s too much of it? Stubborn ear wax can be annoying, and in some cases, can even affect your hearing. That’s why in this article, we’ll give you the best methods for removing ear wax, including massage, home remedies, and medical treatments. To get rid of pesky ear wax safely, read on!
Things You Should Know
- Massage ear wax out by lightly rubbing the base of your ear. Go in slow, circular motions while opening and closing your mouth.
- Try other home remedies to remove ear wax, like oil, warm water, or hydrogen peroxide.
- If all else fails, get prescription ear drops from your doctor or have your doctor clean out your ears for you.
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Expert Q&A
Tips
- Wax is an important part of our body’s defense system against bacteria. While too much wax is annoying, it’s important to have at least a little bit of wax in your ears at all times.Thanks
Warnings
- Never use cotton swabs (Q-tips) or other small objects to remove ear wax from your ear. Objects like these can push ear wax further into your ear canal, which can damage your ear drum.Thanks
Expert Interview
Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about ear care, check out our in-depth interview with Monica Kieu, DO, FACS.
References
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyVkxjotjUM&t=101s
- ↑ https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/home-remedies-cleaning-out-the-earwax/
- ↑ https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/home-remedies-cleaning-out-the-earwax/
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/earwax-blockage/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353007
- ↑ https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/safe-earwax-removal.html
- ↑ https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/ear-wax
- ↑ https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/ear-wax
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