How to clean earwax safely

Earwax naturally protects your ears but can cause blockage and hearing issues if excessive. Avoid inserting fingers, sharp ...
AZ Animals

Why Dogs Get Ear Infections and the Breeds Most at Risk

We explain why the anatomy of a dog's ear makes them prone to ear infections and what you can do to help them.

Earwax: How much is normal, and why you should stop poking it; removal tips and infection signs

Earwax is a natural ear protector. Most people do not need to clean their ears. Inserting objects like cotton buds can push wax deeper, causing blockages and irritation. Experts advise against ...
verywellhealth

What Causes Fluttering in the Ear, and What Can You Do About It?

Fluttering in the ear can be caused by earwax buildup, high blood pressure, tinnitus, or eustachian tube dysfunction. Treatments for ear fluttering may include cleaning out earwax or managing blood ...
MedPage Today

When Infection Forces Heart Device Removal, Shorter Antibiotic Course May Suffice

ATLANTA -- For patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic device (CIED)-associated infections, a shorter course of antibiotics after lead extraction may be noninferior to a longer course for ...
Newsweek

Hysterics Over Dog’s Reaction to Smelling Sibling’s Ear: ‘Get That Checked’

A white dog's priceless reaction to an unexpected whiff of his sibling's infected ear has sent TikTok viewers into fits of laughter. The now-viral clip, shared by their owner @blueberry.stardust, ...
KTBS

Proper way to clean out excess ear wax: It's not using a Q-tip

SHREVEPORT, La. - Experts say, when it comes to cleaning your ears, what "feels right" might actually be doing more harm than good. Some people are more prone to ear wax production, and some people's ...
Los Angeles Times

The Real Problem with Cat Ear Mites Isn’t What You’d Think

The classic dark, waxy discharge is a hallmark sign of ear mites. Severe itching is often caused by an allergic reaction (hypersensitivity), not just the mites themselves. Symptom severity does not ...
New York Post

Man diagnosed with ear infection later learns it was a sign of a rare brain tumor

A man was told that his ear infection was actually a sign of a rare brain tumor. David Dingley, 76, noticed he wasn’t hearing properly in June 2023, but assumed he had a bad cold. His earing issues ...
Glamour

Here’s How to Treat an Infected Ear Piercing, According to Experts

As fun as it can be to get a new piercing, following your professional piercer’s tips for proper care afterward is seriously important to prevent an infected ear piercing. Whether you’re adding a new ...
AOL

My Ear Piercing Looked Fine—Until It Didn’t. Here’s What Saved It From Infection.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." POV: You finally got that cartilage piercing you’ve been thinking about. You picked out the perfect ...
Women's Health

Infected ear piercing: What it looks like and how to treat it, according to doctors

POV: You finally got that cartilage piercing you’ve been thinking about. You picked out the perfect starter stud (but have big plans to level-up to a hoop when the ...