Q: Can you explain why I always seem to get lot of earwax buildup in my right ear, but not my left? What’s the point of earwax anyway? A: The best explanation I can offer for a greater wax buildup in ...

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 ...

Try removing ear wax at home with ear drops, oil, or a baking soda solution. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use each one.

The newly released guide is written to keep readers informed about the regular care of their ears with Polished Ear’s digital cleaning kit. Compared to regular doctor treatments, the high-tech kit ...

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

Ear wax might not seem like a big deal, but for people who are hard of hearing or have issues with their middle ear, a build up of the substance can seriously impact their quality of life. Many people ...

Q. I've been getting lots of ear wax lately. Please tell me this has nothing to do with getting older. A. I wish I could. Ear wax problems are just one more indignity seniors have to deal with. I ...

A: If the wax in your ear isn't causing any discomfort or problem hearing, you don't have to do anything about it. Earwax (cerumen) is made in the ear canal. It serves four main purposes: It moistens ...

Are you cleaning your headphones and earbuds enough? I don't mean using your fingernail to pick out wax buildup in your earbuds' eartips, but actually cleaning them? Cleaning your headphones and ...