When chewing, the cells inside the ear will be pushed to the outer portion of the ear canal. At that time, ear wax will also bring dust or other materials in the ear canal. The movement of the jaws will help restore the remaining dirt on the ear canal wall so it is more easily released.
Although impressed disgusting, but ear wax serves to send dust or other small particles that are experiencing a disruption or infect the eardrum. Some studies have found that ear wax can act as a bactericide that can grow to some types of harmful bacteria.
Some other conditions that trigger blockage due to ear wax, such as:
- Use of hearing aids or earplugs. This can increase the amount of ear wax.
- Too much hair on the ear canal.
- Have experienced ear canal blockage due to earwax or ear infection.
- Has a certain skin condition.
- It develops osteomata ie the growth of non-cancerous tumors on the outside of the ear canal.
- Often do sports swimming.
- Elderly. The older you get, the earwax gets so dry and harder that the risk of blockage is higher.
How to overcome
There are several safe methods to deal with blockage caused by earwax that can be done.
First, use ear drops that can be purchased freely for earwax more easily removed. Read the dosage and how to use it on the label. Generally it should be silenced about 5 minutes after dripping into the ear by tilting the head, then let the liquid out by returning to the normal head position.
The next method, using a round syringe that can deliver warm water into the ear. To prevent dizziness, use water according to body temperature. This method also can not be performed on someone who has or suspected of having a hole in the eardrum.
Meanwhile, the method of ear candle is not recommended because it can cause the risk of injury to the ear. For example, burning of the ear canal or outer ear, and resulting in a hole in the eardrum.
It should be remembered, to remove the ear plug clot with a certain device manually, preferably performed by a doctor or other medical experts.
Be careful when cleaning the ears. Use cotton buds just to clean the outer ear. Immediately consult a doctor for obstructive earwax clogs.
