My ear is stopped up??

[underachiever]

What is the best way to get the wax out of the ear? Once it has got soft. Feels like it if full of water but I think it is just wax that has softened and I have pushed it around trying to get it out.

Tanks,
UA

 

[tridacna]

Check: http://www.doctorhoffman.com/wax.htm

Do not push it around.

Be careful. You will get a lot of "advice" which could cause further irritation.

 

[spectrum]

I think there are over the counter products that will disolve and flush it out. Check with a pharmacist. If that dosen't do it see a doctor.

Also this rinse:
http://www.scubaboard.com/showpost.php?p=1312758&postcount=8

Pete

 

[El Orans]

Usually a trip to the doctor for me.

 

[Skipp]

Take my Father's advice, never stick anything in your ear smaller than your elbow. Go see an ENT specialist. You may also have sinus problems causing your ears to feel like they'r blocked up.

 

[DandyDon]

Check: http://www.doctorhoffman.com/wax.htm

Do not push it around.

Be careful. You will get a lot of "advice" which could cause further irritation.

Great link - thanks!

 

[texdiveguy]

Go to an ENT!

 

[evilbacon]

I was told by a MD i work with that peroxide works great. i didn't believe him till i tried it, it feels wierd but works great!


Evil :bgmad:

 

[boulderjohn]

Are you sure it's wax?

I get a similar feeling when I get water staying in my ears, which is often. I add a little alcohol/vinegar mix and then drain it out. It won't hurt to try that before going to the doctor.

 

[skierbri10]

I use this once a month, I never have any problems anymore and I don't have to pay the doctor to clean my ears anymore.
http://www.earclear.com/