Earwax looks “dirty”, but it has a big effect. For example, it has the effect of moisturizing and lubricating, which can prevent the ear canal from being too dry and itchy; it also blocks external dust and water droplets and protects the eardrum. It also has certain antibacterial and antifungal properties.
If the ear is really itchy, you can use your finger or cotton swab to gently scratch the ear twice. Do not use fingernails, ear scoops, match sticks or other thin sticks to stick into the ear canal and dig hard! Otherwise, it is easy to damage the skin of the ear canal and even the eardrum.
If there is unbearable itching, it may be eczema of the external auditory canal, etc., you should go to the hospital in time and deal with it properly.
Actually, the ear canal has the function of self-draining and self-cleaning, and most people’s earwax can be discharged by itself. It is rare for earwax to completely block the ear canal, so don’t always think about removing earwax.
If the earwax is really clogged, ear fullness, earache, hearing loss, etc., call an otolaryngologist, ask a doctor to help you get it out, and more. Safe and reliable!