Why does my ear hurt after using earwax softening drops?
Disease description:
I have some earwax in my ear. After using earwax softening drops, I always experience ear pain. Why does using earwax softening drops cause ear pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Ear pain after instilling cerumenolytic solution may result from local inflammation within the ear canal, with the solution irritating the mucosa and triggering a pathological response. Alternatively, the patient may have an allergic reaction to the cerumenolytic solution. It is recommended to monitor one’s symptoms closely. If the ear pain resolves spontaneously, no specific treatment is usually required. However, if the ear pain progressively worsens, prompt medical evaluation is advised.
