Earwax is naturally produced in the ear and is known as cerumen. If you clean the outside of the ear with a wet swab, there is a minimal chance of earwax build-up taking place. However, if you are wearing a hearing aid, then earwax will cause you problems.

Cause of earwax

Earwax functions as a lubricant and antibacterial agent. Our day-to-day activities like chewing, talking, yawning, move the jaws and cause the earwax to throw out naturally. The skin in the ear canal grows outwards from the insides of the ear. As new skin grows, the old skin, along with the earwax is shed. Contrary to common belief, using ear swabs to clean the ear results in the earwax getting pushed further into the ear canal.


Who is likely to suffer from ear wax build-up?

The majority of people do not experience any problem with the build-up of earwax in the ear. Some people do have a problem and require ear wax removal:

  • Those who use earplugs or hearing aids
  • Those who use cotton swabs in the ear
  • Those who have ear canal deformity and which prevents ear wax removal

If you are in any of the above groups, there is a high chance that you might experience earwax impaction. If you wear hearing aids, talk to your audiologist about how to clean your ears from earwax. You may want to go for ear wax removal in Melbourne or ear cleaning in Melbourne for a thoroughly professional and safe session with a trained ear cleaning professional.

Symptoms of ear wax impaction

If you have any of the following issues, you need professional help with an ear wax removal clinic in Melbourne: 

  • Ear pain
  • Hearing difficulty
  • Full feeling, or itchiness in the ear
  • Bad odour or discharge from the ear
  • Tinnitus or ringing in the ear
  • Dizziness

Seek an appointment with an audiologist if you have any of the above symptoms. The earwax build-up and the impacted earwax can be removed by an experienced audiologist effectively. It is a simple procedure, but do not try it at home. The ear wax removal process takes just a few minutes, and you will find immediate relief soon after.