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 Description of disease:
 Earwax plug is created by the overproduction of wax in the ear. Attempts to clear the ear usually push the wax inside the and it may block the ear completely. Earwax plug can be removed only by the laryngologist who should ask about the previous ear diseases and secretions. Irrigation shouldn't be done in people with the damaged ear-drum because it may cause an infection, the specialist cannot see it as the wax blocks the ear.
Symptoms:
decreased hearing
ear buzzing
earache
loss of hearing
Research:
Otoscopy
Doctors :
Otolaryngologist
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0000-00-00 00:00:00 ,
Updated:
2008-04-08 13:31:48
Bibliography:
Visalli, G. Guide to Medical Cures and Treatments, 1996
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