{"id":32197,"date":"2024-05-24T18:38:04","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T22:38:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/?p=32197"},"modified":"2024-05-24T18:38:08","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T22:38:08","slug":"is-earwax-contributing-to-your-tinnitus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pentadocs.com\/is-earwax-contributing-to-your-tinnitus\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Earwax Contributing to Your Tinnitus?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Earwax blockages affect approximately 10% of children and 5% of adults<\/a>. While earwax blockages are most frequently associated with ear pain or fullness, one less-discussed symptom of the condition is tinnitus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Tinnitus?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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An estimated 50 million Americans experience tinnitus<\/a>, characterized by hearing noises like ringing or buzzing that cannot be attributed to an external source. Tinnitus is often a symptom of other conditions, including earwax buildup or impaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does Earwax Buildup Cause Tinnitus?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most frustrating symptoms of earwax blockage is tinnitus. When the ear canal is blocked, the auditory system may attempt to compensate for the reduced sound input by creating its own noise, leading to the perception of ringing, buzzing or humming sounds. Fortunately, tinnitus and hearing loss from earwax impaction are usually temporary and resolve after the wax is removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Earwax Accumulation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Earwax (cerumen) is produced by glands in the ear canal. Its primary function is to protect the ears from dirt and other debris. Normally, it exits the ear on its own, but blockages can occur due to factors including but not limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n