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Ear wax is a natural secretion that helps protect our ears. But when it builds up, it can be uncomfortable or even detrimental to our hearing. Most people treat their ear wax build-ups at home, but some popular remedies might do more harm than good. Let's take a closer look at the relationship between ear wax and hearing loss, and how to safely get rid of impacted ear wax. Removing Ear Wax For most people, ear wax isn't much of a problem. They clean their ears with a wash cloth and never think twice about waxy build-up. For others, especially allergy-prone individuals, excessive ear wax can lead to painful impactions. When ear wax blocks most of the ear canal, hearing loss can result. Frequent build-ups can also lead to tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or infections. These infections can also affect a person's hearing, temporarily or permanently. In their efforts to remove impacted ear wax, some people actually make the condition worse. By inserting cotton swabs or other implements