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Wax stone formed in ear
There is wax stone had been formed in my left ear and doctor has suggested to remove it under anesthesia as it's painful without it. . Is anesthesia recommended for this condition or there are other ways like suction or any other?
Pls suggest.
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There is no requirement as such to remove wax under anaesthesia , however painful it might be unless we are looking at a condition called keratosis obturans.
Next Steps
1. waxoff ear drops 3 times a day for 1 week
Health Tips
1. Do not use ear buds
2. If its extremely painful, you can take one paracetamol.
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Dr. Nitin Medayil
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Yes,please go ahead with the procedure. It will be painful if u tty to remove otherwise,hence anaesthesia.
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