Ick. I got it; I’ve had it; getting out out of my ears is hurty & costs doctor bills :eek:
And sound is important to me.
Music, and stuff.
Comments? Suggestions?
Visit the drugstore. Various companies, including Mucinex, sell a kit including the chemical and bulb, to safely remove ear wax. I think the kit is about five or six bucks.
Use a syringe.
I was told by my doctor to start with a few drops of hydrogen peroxide. It feels funny as it bubbles away but it does the trick - put a few drops in, let it fizz for a while, tilt the ear down and hold a towel to catch any runoff. Take a warm shower afterwards.
If that doesn’t work you can try the drugstore remedies (“ear candles” do not count).
Glycerin is good.
Honestly, a quick trip to the nurse practitioner at CVS or your usual GP will set you back 60-70 bucks or so but they have the right tools and can do it right away. By the time you try over - the - counter this, and guy - on - the -Internet - recommends that, you could’ve had it taken care of properly and safely.
I do that myself. Though I admit I like the bubbles 
[and I am one of those sick people who like bed spins:smack:]
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I think the earwax removal kit I have uses carbamide peroxide.
The nurse will use the same thing to remove the wax as is in the kit. A bulb syringe and c carbamide peroxide. It took me 20 minutes to get a stubborn bit of wax out the last time. Be patient and have at it.
Colace liquid will soften ear wax. Yes, the stool softener. It’s what they use in doctor’s offices.
Ear pick. Ear pick - Wikipedia
(don’t actually do it if you’re at all unsure, I am not responsible for your ruptured ear drums, go slow and be careful, THE EARGASMS)
I got two ear infections, almost certainly from using the bulb kit, so I’d stay away from those.
Mine has been used for probably 15 years. Never had a problem.
I clean it after each use with soapy water. when wax gets pushed all the way back it’s really the only safe option.
I had mine cleaned out at the ENT once. Man, it was like being reborn! I swear even my vision improved.
Well worth the expense if you ask me.
Everyone will probably caution against this, but I used to have the same problem as you. However, exactly 22 years ago when my husband and I started dating, he suggested I try gently (which is key) using a Q-Tip to clean my ears out after every shower. Since then, no wax build up at all, no extra money spent, no trip to the doctor over it, no pain, no problems hearing. And if you decide to give it a short but are concerned about poking a hole are something, I highly recommend the ones used on babies. They have a bulbous head and can only go so far down your ear canal before stopping. Regardless of what you choose though, good luck. Having that sucks.
if you want to try poking something in your ear, then maybe try Ototek Loop Ear Wax Removal Tool. it seems to be made to not insert too far or to pack the wax.
You might wish to check out this thead about ear wax.
**Ear Wax XXXX !!! **
Wow, has it been that long? I still remember Ear Wax XXIV like it was yesterday!
Yeah, when I was five or six, the pediatrician went after my earwax with a waterpik. I remember it very well. It felt like he removed a small boulder. Ever since then, I’ve been obsessed with what my ears produce.
I can’t get my ears to produce anything. Act? Yes. Direct? Sure. Produce? They won’t hear of it.
When I had blocked ears, I just trotted off to the clinic and they squirted water in and caught the remains in a basin. It was like being reborn, and even my balance improved.