Jakarta, goldensamoyed Indonesia
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Many people still believe that
cotton buds
or ear buds are the safest and most practical way to clean earwax.
However, this habit can actually be the main cause of blocked ears, irritation and infection.
The ear is an organ that actually has a self-cleaning or natural cleaning system.Launch
Times of India
, a study in the journal Laryngoscope found that using a cotton bud can push wax deeper towards the eardrum.
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This condition causes wax to harden, build up, and increases the risk of blockage and infection of the external ear canal.
Why do cotton buds trigger blockages?
Earwax is not just dirt like house dust.It functions as a natural barrier that keeps moisture out, fights bacteria, and traps dust particles.
When the cotton bud goes in too far, the dirt is pushed closer to the drum and dries out.As a result, many people complain of blocked ears, itching, decreased hearing, and even pain.
The pressure from the cotton bud can also cause small scratches on the skin of the ear canal.These fine wounds become the entry point for bacteria which then trigger inflammation.
The skin in the ear canal is very thin and sensitive.Even the slightest scratch from a cotton bud can cause irritation.
It is not uncommon for cotton bud users to experience swelling, pain when pressed, or discharge from the ear.Doctors often associate these complaints with the habit of cleaning their ears independently.
When irritation occurs, the body tends to produce more waste as a form of protection.This creates a new cycle: the more often it is cleaned, the more problems arise.
How do ears remove wax naturally?
The ear has a natural mechanism that pushes old wax out to the outside, where it falls out on its own.The habit of picking your ears actually hinders this process and causes dirt to accumulate inside.
Here are safer steps:
• Clean the outside of the ear with a warm cloth.
• Using saline solution or earwax softening drops.
• Drip in a little warm olive oil to help soften the dirt.
• Let warm water run over the outside of the ear while bathing.
If your ears feel very blocked, it is recommended to consult an ENT doctor to get appropriate and safe treatment.
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