What is Earwax Blockage?

Description of the disease

Earwax blockage, or cerumen impaction, is a condition characterized by the accumulation of earwax in the ear canal.

Classification

• Congenital earwax blockage
• Acquired earwax blockage

Symptoms

• Decreased hearing
• Pain and itching in the ear
• Discharge of earwax from the ear

Causes

The causes of earwax blockage may be related to improper ear hygiene, excessive production of earwax, or anatomical features of the ear canal.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis includes examination by an otolaryngologist, audiometry, and retrospective facial studies.

Treatment

Treatment of earwax blockage includes mechanical removal of the blockage, ear irrigation with special solutions, or the use of softening oils.

Prevention

Prevention includes proper ear hygiene, avoiding cleaning the ears with cotton swabs, and regular ear cleansing with special drops.

Physician

For the treatment of earwax blockage, it is important to consult an otolaryngologist.