As tempting as it might seem to reach for a Q-tip when your ears feel uncomfortable, one doctor has warned against doing so. "Using Q-tips to clean your ears might feel satisfying, but it can actually ...

The human ear is a magical organ that allows us to hear and helps keep our balance. It’s also the production site and happy home of ear wax — the orangey-brown, chunky, funky gunk that’s completely ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Cleaning our ears may be part of our regular hygiene routine, but there is a safer and more effective way than using Q-Tips to clear out your ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Many people think Q-tips help keep ears clean, but that isn't the case. NYU otologist Erich Voigt explains the proper way to clean wax out of your ears. Follow BI Video ...

While earwax can feel uncomfortable, using a cotton swab to clean it out can actually make things worse, one doctor has ...

Earwax can feel uncomfortable and can affect your hearing, but one doctor has warned against using cotton buds to clean your ears as it can cause infections and damage ...