There is no slight itching in the ear that our hand goes directly to the cotton bad, key, haircin or matchstick. We feel that we are ‘cleaning’ the ear, but in reality we are putting our ears in a big danger.
Most people do not know that ear was not dirt. It is a natural safety shield created by our body that prevents dust, soil and bacteria from reaching the eardrum. But when this wax becomes too much, there may be a mild problem in the ear heaviness, itching, or hearing.
In such a situation it is necessary to clean it, but not incorrectly.
Why is cotton bad the biggest enemy of your ear?
When you put cotton bud or something else in the ear, you push the dirt and push it inwards. This wax becomes hard inside and makes blockage in the ear. This increases the risk of hearing, reduction, pain and even infection. The worst is that it can also harm your delicate ear curtains.
Then how to clean the ears? These are safe home remedies
You will be surprised to know that the safest ways to clean the ears are present in your kitchen.
1. Saline Solution
It is one of the simplest and safe methods.
- How to make: Add a teaspoon of salt in half a cup of lukewarm water and mix well, until the salt dissolves.
- How to use: With the help of cotton (cotton) or a clean dropper, put a few drops of this solution in the ear. Keep your head slant so that the water goes inside. Leave it like this for 2-3 minutes and then tilt the head on the other side and let the water and soft dirt come out.
2. Use of oil (Olive, Almond or Baby Oil)
Many types of oils are very effective in softening ear wax.
- How to use: Make a slight lukewarm of almonds, olives or baby oil (not hot). Now with the help of a dropper, put 2-3 drops of it in the ear.
- What to do: Keep lying on the same side for 5-10 minutes. This oil will go in and make the hard dirt soft, after which it will automatically come out in a few days. You can do this process even before sleeping at night.
3. Use of lukewarm water (from rubber bulb syringe)
- How to use: Fill lukewarm water in the rubber bulb syringe (atomizer) found in the market. Now slant your head and slowly put a edge of water in the ear.
- Note: The edge should not be very sharp. This water will go inside and loosen the wax and it will come out.
But, when to go to the doctor?
It is very important to know this. If you are feeling the symptoms given below, then instead of trying home remedies, immediately good Ent specialist Meet from:
- There is a lot of pain in the ear.
- Any type of fluid (water or pus) is coming out of the ear.
- The hearing ability has suddenly become very low.
- You are getting dizzy.
Your hearing ability is precious. Do not put it in danger with your own mistake and always adopt a safe way to clean the ears.
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