- Male
- 23 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really concerned because I used cotton buds to clean my ears, and now they feel blocked. I went to see a doctor, and instead of cleaning out the wax, they recommended a wax solvent. I've been using it for two days, but my ears still feel the same. Should I be worried about this, or is there something else I should be doing?
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in two days the lodged wax would have got dissolved visit your docotor for its removal it will be cleared dont worry.
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I'm in a bit of a situation here. While I was taking a bath, the soap slipped and a few small pieces ended up getting stuck in my left ear. Now its feeling pretty blocked, and I'm kind of worried. It's the middle of the night, so seeing a doctor right now isnt an option. Do you have any advice on what I could do at home to help clear it out?
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