Why should we not use ear cleaning sticks?

Earwax is a waxy substance that accumulates in everyone's ears. Ear wax (wax) is produced by the glands of the ear canals to protect the skin in the ears and also provide protection against germs. The medical term for earwax is "cerumen". In some cases, earwax accumulates much faster than in others.

 

To clean the ear canal from sulfur, cotton swabs are often used, which causes more damage to the ear than the accumulation of sulfur, because instead of cleaning, the cotton swab contributes to the accumulation of sulfur deep in the external auditory canal. At such times, cases of ear suffocation are common.

If you stick the cotton buds too hard in the ear, you can instantly damage the eardrum, which is very painful. Using cotton swabs can also cause bleeding and bruising along the sensitive inner ear canal. A clear fluid may also be released from the ear. Plaque may take time to heal and may even cause temporary hearing loss.

 

Symptoms of external auditory canal obstruction are:

If you have sudden ear pain, discharge, tinnitus, or hearing loss, be sure to see your doctor. You may have damaged your eardrum, which can become infected or heal improperly.

 

The outer ear can be cleaned in the shower with a little soap, water and a soft cloth. In most cases, there is no need to clean the ear canal, because when you wash your hair or shower, enough water enters the ear canal to loosen the accumulated sulfur.