Read More About Earwax

Learn why earwax exists, how its formed, and how to manage it effectively.

The purpose of earwax may not always be obvious

Why does our body create earwax? Is there a way to prevent it? What is the right way to manage earwax? Find answers to these questions and more below. We feature some top picks (no pun intended) and you can find the rest after that. Read on to gain insight on the sticky topic!

Must Read Earwax Articles

Newest Earwax Articles

  • Why Do My Ears Feel Wet in the Morning?

    Posted on May 7, 2024, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

    Why Do My Ears Feel Wet in the Morning?

    Some people wake up with a wet feeling in their ears. Read on to find out the cause and what you can do about it!

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  • How to Deal with Earwax

    Posted on July 1, 2022, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

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    How to Deal with Earwax

    Earwax might be unpleasant, but it’s an important part of hearing health. When buildup gets in the way, there are safe and easy ways to clear it up.

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  • Should I Clean My Ears at Home?

    Posted on March 15, 2022, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

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    Should I Clean My Ears at Home?

    It’s time for spring cleaning! Want to include self-care? When it comes to ear cleaning, follow this advice, and consider leaving it to the professionals.

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  • Three Cheers for Earwax!

    Posted on March 15, 2020, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

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    Three Cheers for Earwax!

    Earwax gets a bad name from its texture to its appearance. Here are five reasons we think you should give earwax a second chance.

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  • Earwax Dos & Don’ts. Hint: Hold the Cotton Swabs!

    Posted on February 15, 2018, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

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    Earwax Dos & Don’ts. Hint: Hold the Cotton Swabs!

    Despite warnings from the medical community, people continue to use harmful methods – like cotton swabs and ear candles – to remove earwax from their ears.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions About Ear Wax

    Posted on February 2, 2015, by Finger Lakes Hearing Center // Posted in

    Everyone produces earwax. One of the first things that we do as audiologists when we examine patients is look in the ears. This allows us to check for cerumen, or earwax, to determine if that is one of the causes of difficulty hearing. For some people, cerumen builds up to the point that it blocks…

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