Ear wax is an essential part of our bodies. Ear wax is produced in the ear to protect your eardrum against bacteria and germs. Ear wax is vital for healthy ears. It protects the eardrum from dirt, ...

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Every Q-tips box has a warning label: “Do not insert swab into ear canal,” and if you’re going to use it to clean your ears, gently swab the outer part only. But extracting wax from our ear canals is ...

Using cotton swaps inside your ear can cause damage, impacted earwax, or infection. If your ears feel plugged up, a healthcare professional can clean them. Many people use cotton swabs to clean their ...

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