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wax blockage

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wax blockage
Cerumen impaction, ear blockage, ear impaction, ear wax ENT Blockage of the ear canal with cerumen produced by the hair follicles and glands; excess wax may harden in the canal and block the ear, resulting in acquired hearing loss


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Signs and Symptoms Partial hearing loss Ringing in the ear A feeling of fullness in the ear Earache Conventional Medical Treatment Wax blockage can usually be treated with home care.
This, together with the reduction in movement of the ear canal skin, means that older people are more likely to experience wax blockage.
If ear wax blockage is a problem for you, the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery suggests using mild treatments, such as mineral oil, baby oil, glycerin, or commercial ear drops to soften ear wax.
 
 
 
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