By Cleaning your ears is important to prevent earwax buildup and potential infections. However, it is important to clean your ears properly to avoid causing damage to the ear canal or eardrum. Here are some steps you can follow to clean your ears safely:
⦁ Wash the outer ear with a washcloth. Use a gentle, mild soap to clean the area around your ear. Do not insert the washcloth or any other object into your ear canal.
⦁ Use ear drops to soften earwax. If you have a lot of earwax buildup, you can use over-the-counter ear drops to soften the wax. Follow the instructions on the packaging carefully.
⦁ Use a bulb syringe. Fill a bulb syringe with warm water or saline solution and gently flush your ear canal. Tilt your head to the side and gently pull your earlobe down to straighten the ear canal. Hold the bulb syringe about an inch away from your ear and gently squirt the water into your ear canal. Repeat this process on the other ear.
⦁ Dry your ears. Tilt your head to the side and gently tug on your earlobe to help water drain out of your ear canal. Use a clean towel to gently pat your outer ear dry.
It is important to note that you should never use cotton swabs or other objects to clean your ears, as this can push earwax deeper into your ear canal and potentially damage your eardrum. If you have excessive earwax buildup or any other concerns about your ear health, consult with a healthcare provider.