Is It normal to produce lots of earwax?
Earwax (also called cerumen) often gets a bad reputation. Some people think it’s dirt but it’s actually a natural and important part of how our ears stay healthy.
It traps dust, dirt, and bacteria so they don’t travel deeper into your ear, and keeps the skin inside you ear canal moisturised to prevent dryness and itching.
Everyone’s ears are different, and the amount of earwax you produce can vary from person to person. So, if you notice that you produce more wax than your friends or family, it doesn’t necessarily mean anything is wrong.
Will ear wax affect my hearing?
In most cases, earwax slowly makes its way out of your ears on its own. Everyday movements like chewing, talking, or even yawning help push wax toward the outer ear, where it can flake away naturally. But sometimes, wax can build up and cause blockages (also called impaction). Signs of ear wax buildup include:
- Reduced or muffled hearing
- A feeling of fullness in the ear
- Itching or discomfort
- Ringing in the ear (tinnitus)
- Dizziness (in rare cases)
If you’re experiencing these symptoms, it’s a good idea to book a ClearEars appointment with your local Resonate Health team who will use the world leading Tympa Health ear cleaning system to gently suction ear wax from your ears. Book in for a ClearEars appointment at your nearest studio today.
How do I clean my ears at home?
Unless your earwax is causing problems with your hearing, it doesn’t need to be removed. One of the most common mistakes people make is using cotton buds (Q-tips) or other objects to “clean” their ears. This is not recommended as you risk pushing the ear wax back down your ear canal, which can cause blockages, infection and hearing loss.
Instead, use a warm flannel to clean inside and around the visible part of your ear. Be careful not to push the flannel down your ear canal, as some parts of your ear canal can be very sensitive and painful. Here are some tips for cleaning your ears at home.
If your ears are blocking up, it’s best to see a hearing specialist who can safely take the wax out. At Resonate Health we use the world leading Tympa Health ear cleaning system to gently suction ear wax from your ears. Book in for a ClearEars appointment at your nearest studio today.
