Earwax plays an important function in keeping our ears healthy, but too much can cause problems. The majority of people don't need earwax removal and excessive cleaning can damage your ears. But in ...

Ear wax is a naturally occurring substance that helps keep ears clean and protect them from damage. However, sometimes too much wax can build up in the ear canal, causing blockage, discomfort, pain ...

Some people say that cleaning ear wax is quite a pleasurable experience, others practice it as a ritual and end up cleaning their ears with anything they find including ear buds, safety pins and hair ...

We asked an expert to examine popular products and found many lack good evidence, while others may be risky to use Investigative research team leader with 18 years' experience covering health at Which ...

DIY earwax removal is cheap and may do the job, but it cannot match up to the benefits of a professional session. Everybody knows what earwax is, but some of us may not know why it’s there. Well, it ...

You probably don’t think much about your ear wax, unless you see it collecting on a pair of earbuds or earplugs. That buildup might look offputting, but it’s actually a boon to your health. But what ...

Audiologists are drawing attention to how smelly earwax, even without pain, can signal bacterial buildup or early infection, increasing ...

When considering overall health, hearing often takes a back seat compared to other senses. Yet, our ears are vital instruments that contribute to communication and quality of life. One aspect of ear ...

A leading hearing charity has called for ear wax removal services to be restored in GP practices, warning that its decommissioning has led to patients resorting to dangerous alternatives. The Royal ...