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­Earwax problem

Earwax (medically called cerumen) is a natural product designed to protect and clean the ear. But wax build-up can lead to hearing problems and other issues. The American Academy of Otolaryngology says warning signs of wax build-up include:Health Tips* Feeling like the ear is plugged, clogged or full.* Pain.* Hearing

By our correspondents
June 20, 2015
Earwax (medically called cerumen) is a natural product designed to protect and clean the ear. But wax build-up can lead to hearing problems and other issues. The American Academy of Otolaryngology says warning signs of wax build-up include:
Health Tips
* Feeling like the ear is plugged, clogged or full.
* Pain.
* Hearing loss, which may worsen over time.
* Hearing a ringing sound or other unexplained noise.
* Itching, discharge or unpleasant odour in or near the ear.
* Coughing.