Should I try and remove all of the wax out of my ears?

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No. Our ear makes wax to keep the canal healthy, trap dust and dirt, and makes a smell that insects don’t like, to stop them from making a home in our ear canals. Some ear wax is good. If your ears don’t move the wax out and it builds up and blocks your ears, that’s when it becomes a problem, and you need professional help to remove it.

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Should I try and remove all of the wax out of my ears?

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November 11, 2022
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June 1, 2025
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