Ear Syringing

Step 1

1. Start this treatment if you have no pain, soreness or discharge from the ear. Purchase an agent from the chemist that helps liquify the ear wax. Follow the manufacturers’ instructions. Use this for the duration recommended on the manufacturer’s instructions. If after this time you are still experiencing problems with your hearing you can proceed to Step 2

2. Or instil Olive Oil 2-3 drops for 2 -3 times a day. If after 3 weeks you are still experiencing problems with your hearing you can proceed to Step 2

Step 2

1. If you have pain or blood stained/smelly discharge please arrange to see a GP

You can contact a centre that provides ear wax removal service.

Please Google Ear Wax removal service in Maidstone, Bower Mount Medical Practice are unable to recommend anyone in particular.

Do not insert anything in the ear. Cotton buds, matchsticks, and hair pins can:

• Damage the wall of the canal and increase the likelihood of otitis externa. 
• Cause the wax to become impacted by pushing it further into the canal. 
• Perforate the tympanic membrane.

Do not use ear candles as they have no benefit in the management of earwax removal and may result in serious injury.