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How to safely remove ear wax?

2020-12-29 08:49:46
Could you suggest some home remedies to remove ear wax? Do doctors look into this issue and help to remove ear wax?
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After dissolving with wax dissolvents

Answered2020-12-29 10:12:46

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The safest way to remove ear wax is indeed by a qualified ENT doctor . They will first have a look at your ear then give you wax dissolving ear drops as needed and then safely remove it
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Do not try to remove by self or home remedies . It may cause injury or infection or both resulting in permanent hearing loss

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