Four Signs You Need Professional Ear Wax Removal

Most people don’t have to worry about ear build-up and ear wax removal. The ears are incredibly impressive organs, not only do they enable us to hear, but have a very efficient self-cleaning system.

In most cases, the ears will clean themselves without any issues. However, sometimes, there is a risk of ear wax build-up, and if you spot signs of excessive earwax, you may benefit from professional ear wax removal.

Here are four signs that you might need to visit a hearing health professional to remove ear wax build-up.     

Signs of Ear Wax Build-Up

1. Blocked Ears

If you feel like your ears are blocked or plugged, this may be an indication that there is too much earwax inside your ear canal. Wax plays a critical role in keeping the ears clean, but if there’s excess wax, this can cause issues.

2. Ear pain

Pain in the ears can be associated with infections, but sometimes it’s a sign of earwax build-up that’s clogging the ear canal. If there’s too much wax in your ears, the cleaning mechanisms may find it challenging to tackle the build-up, resulting in the wax hardening. If you have hard wax build-up inside your ear, and it presses against the nerves, this can cause discomfort and pain.

3. Dark earwax

If you notice that the wax coming out of your ears is not the typical yellow colour. If the wax is darker than usual - for example, if it has a brown tint, this may be an indication that there is debris in the ears that need to be removed by a hearing specialist.

4. Muffled hearing

If earwax is clogging the ear canal, it can make it more difficult to hear. If you have your ears cleaned professionally, your hearing will likely improve quickly.

If you notice any of these signs or you’re concerned about your hearing, the best thing to do is schedule an appointment at any of the Pearl Chemist Group branches in South London. Meet with a professional clinician to discuss your concerns about your ears and determine if you need professional ear wax removal to remedy your condition.

We offer professional ear wax removal in Tooting, Streatham, Wimbledon, Morden, and Tolworth.