Warm Saline Bulb Irrigation

Gently flushing the outer ear canal with body-temperature saline solution to loosen and remove softened earwax.

Save remedy Immediate during or shortly after the irrigation session.

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Symptoms it's used for (1)

Earwax buildup
Excess or impacted earwax causing mild hearing loss, a sensation of fullness, or mild discomfort in the ear canal.
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Do not attempt if you have a history of a perforated eardrum, grommets, active infection, or severe pain. Seek urgent medical evaluation if you experience sudden hearing loss, severe pain, or bleeding.

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