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27/08/2026

Microsuction and ear irrigation are both earwax removal methods—but they are not the same.

Microsuction uses controlled suction while the practitioner visualises the ear canal.

Ear irrigation uses a controlled flow of water to help remove suitable earwax.

It is common to ask which option is better. However, there is no single earwax removal method that is suitable for every patient.

The decision should be based on an appropriate assessment, including the patient’s history, examination of the ear and consideration of any contraindications.

Understanding the difference between ear irrigation and microsuction is important. More importantly, safe ear care depends on selecting the right approach for each individual.

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26/08/2026

How does microsuction earwax removal work?

Microsuction is an earwax removal method that uses controlled suction to remove suitable wax from the ear canal.

Before beginning, the practitioner should assess the patient and examine the ear. With appropriate visualisation, a small suction probe can be carefully introduced into the ear canal to remove wax in a controlled manner.

However, microsuction is not simply about operating a suction machine. It requires knowledge of ear anatomy, assessment, contraindications, safe technique and the ability to recognise when it may not be appropriate to continue.

Safe earwax removal begins with careful assessment and informed clinical decision-making.

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25/08/2026

Why does earwax keep building up? 👂

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘅 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗷𝗼𝗯: it helps protect the ear canal. In most cases, it gradually moves out naturally. But sometimes that natural process is disrupted.

Earwax build-up can be more likely when:

Your ears naturally produce more wax

The shape of the ear canal makes wax harder to move out

Hearing aids, earplugs or in-ear devices are worn regularly

Cotton buds push wax further into the ear canal

Recurring earwax is common, but a blocked ear should always be properly assessed before attempting removal.

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.

24/08/2026

A blocked or muffled ear is not always caused by earwax.

Earwax build-up can be associated with symptoms including reduced hearing, a feeling of fullness, itching, discomfort, ringing or buzzing. However, other ear conditions can cause similar symptoms.

This is why it is important not to assume that wax is the cause. A proper ear assessment, including examination with an otoscope, helps determine whether earwax is present and whether removal may be appropriate.

Awareness and correct assessment are important parts of safe ear care.

07/08/2026

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07/08/2026

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07/08/2026

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07/08/2026

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06/08/2026

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28/07/2026

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