You probably don’t think much about your ear wax, unless you see it collecting on a pair of earbuds or earplugs. That buildup might look offputting, but it’s actually a boon to your health. But what ...

Medically reviewed by Leah Ansell, MDMedically reviewed by Leah Ansell, MD A pimple in or behind your ear can cause pain due to the structure of the ear, with its bony cartilage and narrow ear ...

Persistent ear itching can signal various issues, from simple earwax buildup and infections to skin conditions like eczema ...

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An unlikely body byproduct may be able to help doctors diagnose Parkinson’s Disease early. According to a new Chinese study, which was published in Analytical Chemistry, ear canal secretion, or ear ...

The levels of the natural bodily oil sebum in ear wax could be used to detect Parkinson's disease early, according to a new study. Changes in sebum have previously been linked with the ...

Companies who are marketing unapproved product to treat ear wax, as well as eye drops, face action from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Pharmtech reports the FDA is concerned about ...

A new study reveals that common loud noises cause fluid buildup in the inner ear and suggests a simple possible treatment for noise-induced hearing loss. Exposure to loud noise, such as a firecracker ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: About a month ago, I woke up without hearing in my left ear. I initially suspected a wax blockage or a blocked eustachian tube but eventually realized that it was more serious. I saw ...

The Spizzler is an innovative way of getting rid of ear wax without the need for cotton swabs. Its soft design is convenient enough to pull out ear wax and clean your ear canal thoroughly. It does not ...

For 10 years, Jason didn't know the sound of his own voice and was plagued by a constant ringing sound––all because of a build-up of earwax. Earwax is the waxy substance naturally produced by the ears ...