Doctors specializing in multiple areas of ear care explain how to maintain optimal ear health without overdoing it.

In some cases it collects on the outer ear or sticks to your earbuds. While it’s OK to clean the outer ear, you should avoid using Q-tips as a cleaning device. Most healthcare professionals ...

Many of us reach for a cotton swab (commonly known as an earbud) to clean our ears, believing it's the best way to remove earwax. However, what appears to be a harmless habit can actually put your ...

I asked physician Jonathan Webster, from Doctify, who explained that while earwax is protective and part of the normal cleaning process of the ear, “problems arise because long-term use of the ...

If you’ve ever noticed dirt and debris in your dog’s ears, then you probably need an ear cleaning solution. Some dogs are more prone to dirty ears than others. For instance, if your dog has floppy ...

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At most places, you can get anything from your neck scraped and back suctioned to your face tickled and even your nose picked ... This week on We Tried, we put RADII staff Mayura Jain and Li Zhang on ...

Many people overlook their ears, often assuming that they don’t require much attention. However, improper ear cleaning can lead to a range of problems, including infection and hearing loss. This ...

Sticky yellow earwax. If you think you need to get rid of it to keep your ears clean, think again. Here's what the truth sounds like. Should I ever clean inside my ears with cotton swabs?

Use a warm, damp cloth Gently wipe the outer part of your ear with a warm cloth to remove dirt. Apply ear drops Softening ear wax with over-the-counter ear drops can make it easier to clean without ...