What is earwax (cerumen) and why do we have it?

Q: What is earwax (cerumen) and why do we have it?

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" type="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="no" hover_type="none" min_height="" link=""][fusion_text] Earwax is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. It's a protective mechanism, trapping dust, debris, and microorganisms, preventing them from reaching the eardrum. It also helps to lubricate the ear canal and prevent it from drying out. [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

Earwax is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. It’s a protective mechanism, trapping dust, debris, and microorganisms, preventing them from reaching the eardrum. It also helps to lubricate the ear canal and prevent it from drying out.

Chris White2025-01-03T13:22:07+00:00