If you suddenly notice that you’re experiencing a ringing in your ears and that your hearing is not as good as it usually is, then it could be that you have ear wax build up that is causing tinnitus.
Some people who already suffer from tinnitus have also said that when they have a build up of ear wax, their tinnitus gets worse. This is likely because the ear wax muffles the sound in the environment around you and therefore makes the noise you hear internally appear louder.
So, if you suddenly realise you are hearing a ringing in your ears that wasn’t there before, or you already have tinnitus but have noticed it getting worse, what should you do if you suspect that ear wax is the culprit?
First, don’t attempt to remove the wax yourself. This almost always makes the situation worse and could even damage your ear drum, so your best bet is to call in a professional for help.
Of course, no one wants to live with this kind of discomfort for the long term, so it is best to look for a same day ear wax removal appointment with an experienced healthcare professional who has the right equipment and knowledge to alleviate your symptoms.
Among the most effective ways to remove ear wax is through a process known as microsuction. This involves the healthcare professional inserting a small suction tube into your ear canal to remove the wax.
It’s a very safe and painless procedure that typically takes less than half an hour to perform, which means your hearing will be improved and hopefully back to normal in no time.
The other advantage to microsuction as an ear wax removal option is that it’s safe for individuals with perforated ear drums, grommets or other conditions that mean using irrigation is not appropriate to remove ear wax.
