The accumulation of this epidemic, which keeps foreign substances in the ear canal, is called earwax among the people. Although it is called that way among the people, the plug is not actually dirt. In the absence of earwax, the eardrum will be vulnerable and dryness and itching can also be observed in the ear canal. It consists of 3 parts called outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. Glands located in the external auditory canal (also known as the ear canal) produce a secretion. The task of this epidemic is to protect the eardrum, located at the end of the ear canal, by keeping foreign substances such as dust.
Under normal conditions, earwax is expelled. However, in some cases, it can accumulate and cause blockages. As a result, the following complaints can be observed:
- Hard of hearing
- Feeling of congestion
- Tinnitus, humming, crackling-like sounds
- Itching
- Itching
Why Earwax (Cuff) Accumulate?
The reasons for the accumulation of earwax (plug) can be listed as follows:
One of the most common mistakes; inserting objects such as thin cotton swabs into the ear to clean the ear!
Ear secretion occurs in the outer parts of the ear canal close to the auricle, it does not occur in the inner parts. When a foreign object is inserted into the ear, the plug is pushed well into the ear and accumulates there. /p>
How is it Treated?
It is necessary to consult an otolaryngologist when the ear is blocked. Things that patients do by themselves may worsen the situation.
The methods used in plug treatment are as follows:
- Ear lavage (washing with water)
- Removing the plug with a curette
- First softening the plug using drops, then aspiration (vacuuming)
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