Research Notes on New Guidelines on Earwax Removal
The American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Foundation has released the first guideline on recognizing and removing earwax buildup. Earwax (cerumenn) is a secretion that protects the ear from infections, dead skin, water, and hair. Removal of earwax with cotton buds may lead to eardrum perforation which in turn can cause bleeding and temporary hearing loss.
Top Resources on New Guidelines on Earwax Removal
- Washington Post: Leave That Ear Wax Alone (Aug. 29, 2008)
- WebMD: Earwax: Too Much Of A Good Thing? (Aug. 29, 2008)
- eFluxMedia: National Guideline Against Ear Poking (Aug. 29, 2008)
- ScienceDaily: Hearing Specialist Craft First Professional Guidelines For Earwax (Aug. 31, 2008)
- TopNews: Don’t Remove Earwax; It Is Useful! (Sept. 2, 2008)
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