A Medical Consultant, Dr Saheed Nasiru, on Thursday cautioned against unnecessary insertion of objects into the ear in the guise of cleaning, saying that it could lead to rupturing of the eardrum.

Experts warn against using cotton swabs, ear picks, pens, or fingers to remove ear wax as it can lead to hearing loss. The human ear has a self-cleaning mechanism and no routine maintenance is ...

The gooey, golden stuff that builds up inside your ears should stay there, according to national guidelines on earwax removal released today. "[Earwax] is not intrinsically evil stuff, and ...

To safely remove earwax with a minimally invasive method, the best ear wax removal kits are just the ticket. Below, I’ve rounded up one water irrigator and two ear drop options that are safe and ...

Ear irrigation involves using water, saline, or oil to clear out extra wax in your ear. While it’s generally a safe process, it’s not uncommon to experience some dizziness and other symptoms afterward ...

Smelly earwax can be caused by underlying issues like earwax buildup, swimmers ear, cholesteatoma, and ear infection. Complications of these issues can be serious and in rare cases, even fatal so it's ...

Ear wax, or cerumen, is a natural substance that helps protect and lubricate your ears. However, when it builds up excessively, it can cause discomfort, muffled hearing, and even infections. While a ...