Earwax
Earwax is completely natural and protects your inner ears from irritation, germs and dust.
Earwax only becomes a problem when there is excessive build up or it becomes stuck in the ear canal.
Signs and symptoms of excess earwax:
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Feeling like your ears are blocked and uncomfortable.
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Trouble hearing, everything might sound muffled.
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Mild tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears).
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Vertigo (feeling dizzy or sick).
Causes of excess earwax:
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Use of cotton buds.
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Naturally high earwax production.
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Narrow or damaged ear canals.
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Lots of hair in the ear canals.
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Inflammation of the ear canal.
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Frequent use of ear plugs.
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Hearing aid users.