Hazards of Earwax Impaction
Disease description:
I’ve been feeling uncomfortable inside my ears over the past few days and suspect I may have cerumen impaction. Could you please tell me what potential harms or complications can result from earwax impaction?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Cerumen impaction in the ear may cause hearing loss, ear canal pruritus, a sensation of fullness or pressure in the ear, tinnitus, and vertigo. If left untreated, it may lead to complications such as otitis media and permanent hearing impairment. Under a physician’s guidance, patients may appropriately use sodium bicarbonate ear drops to soften cerumen and alleviate symptoms. In daily life, attention should be paid to ear hygiene, and the ear canal should be kept dry.
