General practitioner Martin Scurr outlined the unclear causes of hearing loss. These include improper ear cleaning, earwax plugs and infections. In this respect reports Daily mail.
The doctor explained that earwax accumulation is one of the main causes of hearing loss. Sulfur is secreted by skin glands lining the ear canal. It acts as a protective barrier against germs and microscopic debris. As earwax accumulates, it gradually moves towards the outer part of the ear, where it can be easily removed with a cotton swab. In some people, earwax cannot come out freely and blocks the ear canal. Scurr recommends annual visits to an ENT specialist as a preventive measure and to remove excess dirt.
Another cause of hearing loss and even hearing loss is infections. They can enter the body along with water entering the ear. In a warm and humid environment, bacteria and viruses begin to develop rapidly, which can cause swelling and pain.
The therapist also noted that many people try to clear blocked ear canals on their own with improvised means such as cotton swabs and paper clips. Such actions are very dangerous because sharp objects can damage the eardrum. This is a thin, air- and liquid-tight membrane that separates the outer and middle ear. After this type of intervention, the eardrum does not always heal properly, leading to long-term hearing loss.
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