BUFFALO, N.Y. — Removing ear wax may sound humorous, unless you need it done. Then it can be a personal emergency that can hinder hearing and cause pain. The need is more prevalent among older people.

There are over-the-counter eardrops that can help break up excessive earwax. Water-based options contain ingredients such as acetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, or sodium bicarbonate. Oil-based products ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You've probably used cotton swabs to clean your ears. Here's why ENTs say you shouldn't. (Getty Images) (LaylaBird via Getty ...

Maintaining ear health involves understanding safe cleaning practices and avoiding harmful methods. Earwax protects the ears, but buildup can cause impaction, leading to discomfort and hearing issues.

It's a habit so ingrained it feels almost automatic: grabbing a cotton swab to clean out your ears after a shower. For many, the satisfaction of seeing earwax on the tip provides a deceptive sense of ...

Many of us reach for a cotton swab (commonly known as an earbud) to clean our ears, believing it's the best way to remove earwax. However, what appears to be a harmless habit can actually put your ...

The ears produce wax, a natural compound that protects the ear canal. When it accumulates, you need to remove it to prevent your ears from developing hearing difficulties. When you clean the ear, it’s ...

Safe ways to clean ears: If your earwax is built up and impacting your hearing, see a doctor. The doctor will professionally clean your ear, using syringe to gently pump warm water into the ear (Image ...

Cleaning your ears is something many people overlook, yet it’s important to maintain ear health and prevent complications. Earwax, or cerumen, is a natural substance your body produces to trap dirt, ...