Ever since yesterday morning I have had an unbearable ear clog in my left ear. I can hardly hear anything and no amount of popping or shaking will get rid of it. Does anyone have any advice on how to get rid of it simply in my house. I have heard of beeswax cones but I am too poor to get one (plus wouldn't know where to get one). Thanks!
2006-12-07 05:00:39 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
You could always chop off your ear.
2006-12-07 05:04:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Hi,
Have someone go to the local pharmacy and buy you Debrox - it doesn't cost much but it works wonders. I would stay away from driving if possible; with a clog like that it may be dangerous to be on the road due to the vertigo it may cause you. While someone does that, do whatever possible to distract yourself or simply lie down. Once you have used the Debrox call your doctor. A clog like the one you describe will probably need to be flushed out. If you don't have insurance try the Debrox a few times as directed on the bottle. I have gotten these kind of clogs and had a terrible migraine if I didn't take care of it quickly. Debrox comes with a soft rubber bulb ear syringe to flush the clog with warm water. I wouldn't advise using one without trying the removal aid first because I often find it clogs the ear more if just used by itself. Please be very careful; if you begin to feel pain or experience drainage or severe dizziness go to the ER (to make sure the inner ear is not injured/perforated) or call your doctor. All the best! I hate those things!
2006-12-07 05:18:11 · answer #2 · answered by Me, Thrice-Baked 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When ear wax becomes impacted then it is very hard and dense in your ear, and yes you will not hear out of the affected ear. I have used the water pik method on this several times each time with great success. First you need a water pic dental appliance. Next you fill the water pic with warm water, and get someone to help you with this. Put hydrogen peroxide in your ear to soften the wax. Then turn your ear down towards the sink and run the water pic water stream in your ear. Don't turn the volume up too far on the water pic. You will likely have to repeat this a few times but soon the wax will begin to run into the sink. You may get a little dizzy don't worry this is normal. If you try this and it does not come out then you need a professional to get it out. One last thing ear candles are a hoax, if you try them you will see for yourself that they will do nothing.
2006-12-07 15:53:01 · answer #3 · answered by mr.answerman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use warm water - not scalding hot, but as hot as you can comfortably stand and pour it into your ear with your head tilted over a sink. Let it sit in your ear for a few seconds to help melt the clogging wax. You may have to try it a number of times to feel any results. If that doesn't help, see your local pharmacy - they may have some inexpensive ear drops designed to break up the wax. If not, your best bet is to go to the doctor and have them flush your ear out. They have a special tool and it works very well. Hope this helps you.
2006-12-07 05:08:35 · answer #4 · answered by K S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like wax buildup. You should get some hydrogen peroxide (super cheap, $0.99 a bottle) and put about a capfull in your ear. Then plug your ear with cotton or whatever to keep it in (keep head tilted). You'll hear alot of crackling, etc. which is the peroxide eating through the wax. Keep it in for about 30-45 mins, then use a q-tip to clear your ear out. If it's really packed in, you may need to irrigate it...using something that can squirt water at a high pressure (turkey baster?). Hope this helps.
2006-12-07 05:08:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is ear wax softener at the store you just warm the contents put a few drops in your ear and it will help get rid of the pressure but if does not clear up soon it might be infected you need to see a doctor.
2006-12-07 05:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by Tapestry6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lay down with you clogged ear up. pour a cap full of hydrogen peroxide into your ear and let it bubble. Once the bubbling sound stops then turn over and all the wax will come out. Works every time!
2006-12-07 05:09:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A couple of drops of mineral oil in the clogged ear. Lay on your side and let it soak in for a few minutes. Then turn over and let it drain out. Repeat this 2 or 3 times until clear. Mineral oil cost about $1 in any drug store or supermarket.
2006-12-07 05:03:58 · answer #8 · answered by Norm 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Healthfood stores sell them. You might need your ear washed out by a doctor. To soften the wax use a couple of drops of oil twice daily. It will need to be washed out. For the future make sure you dry your ears after any contact with water.
2006-12-07 05:06:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the candle wax cones you can buy at your local health store such as GNC. They cost about 7 dollars for a pack of two. Otherwise try this with hydrogen peroxide.
http://www.wikihow.com/Unclog-a-Clogged-Ear
2006-12-07 05:05:14 · answer #10 · answered by yournotalone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just put 3 drops of mineral oil,and tilt your head for a few minutes,and after that rinse your ear with warm water,and repeat it two or three more times,it should go away after that,just be patient,and DO NOT INSERT ANYTHING IN YOUR EAR CANAL
2006-12-07 05:11:25 · answer #11 · answered by Victor D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋