Every day, millions of Americans use cotton swabs to clean their ears. However, cotton swabs can push earwax further into the ear, causing wax blockage in the ear canal. Ear candling or ear coning can ...

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)-- You know the feeling when your ears pop in an airplane or an elevator? That's your Eustachian tube working, but when it's blocked, you could be in for some big ear problems. As ...

If you suspect excessive earwax build-up or experience symptoms like hearing loss or pain, it's best to consult a healthcare ...

Have you ever had that plugged-up feeling in your ears? You know, when it happens mid-flight, during allergy season or after a nasty cold? That uncomfortable pressure can make sounds feel muffled and ...

It's been two hours since you left the airport and your ears still feel clogged. Other than being mildly uncomfortable, ear blockage can put a damper on your travels as you struggle to listen to your ...

Hygiene is a major key to remaining healthy and happy. Using the right tools properly is a key. And some experts say Q-tips and cotton swabs aren't a good method for cleaning your ears. These items ...

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Of all the indignities that come with aging, excessive earwax may be the most insidious. Don’t laugh. That greasy, often gross, buildup occurs more often in older ears than those of the young, experts ...