@@crow7580 I use 35% all the time, but when I ask for it at any store other than where I normally buy it, EVERY PERSON looks at me like I've got 10 heads. 3% is what most people are used to because that's what you normally buy at the pharmacy.
Thanks for the video. One caveat: You didn't provide any instructions on how to apply the oil or whether or not you need to flush it. A demonstration would have been helpful.
I put a little lavandar oil in back of ear between ear lobe and skull. do not put oil inside the ear. It helps with itching, dizziness and aids in removing wax but so does hydrogen peroxide. However hydrogen peroxide cannot be done daily but the oil can. Hope this helps.
I lightly wet a Q-Tip with hydrogen peroxide. I wipe it around the outside of my ear, it runs into and lightly cleans any extra wax out and I tip my head and drain them use a dry Q-Tip to clean the excess liquid. I do not clean my ears internally with Q-Tips. That is a bad idea. But that’s what works for me, I do this maybe 2 times a month and I’ve never had any problems.
You are perfectly right hydrogen peroxide is not a great choice, especially with soft wax. Baby oil or olive oil is much safer. Debrox works if you give it time and repeat applications in one setting.
It was recommended to me to use hp, but I know that it removes thin layers of dead skin, & can harm the eardrum possibly. Also, I do have a ruptured drum, so this video was incredibly helpful. Thanks Doc!
I heard Dr Mandel about the use of hydrogen peroxide for removal of earwax.he never mentioned about its strength.i used 6 strength nd now I am having ear pain nd inflammation.i applied it two days ago.
@@syedshah2569 6% strength is ok. If you have inflammation then you might go to a pharmacy to ask for some ear drops for the inflammation. For some relief you can put a small amount of Sigmacort 1% cream on a cotton bud. Sigmacort 1% cream is a cortisone cream which will ease the inflammation. I use this often for my ears to ease inflammation. Use cream not ointment version. I think the use of 3% hydrogen peroxide is not good for tissue skin health in ears, it does help with ear wax if you use it many times in the day, but the removal of the surface wax from the skin tissue inside the ear allows the skin to become irritated.
I do this everytime ear plugs up just my right ear. I have tried everything under the sun . The nasal rinse. The ear softener olive oil etc .someone told me years ago to try this omg it was amazing I only use when my ear plugged up. This is the best ever. Leave it in 15 to 20 minutes . And when I lift my head wow the stuff that comes out
@@ggsinl4031 it does not hurt! I use the cap on the hydrogen peroxide bottle, tilt my head and pour it in while looking at a mirror. I let it sit for a while and put my head right up basically back into the normal position. I do that over and over until I can hear again! After that just take out all the wax!
@Hidan When youve let it sit for the time specified above, all you gotta do is tip your head the other way and bunch up a kleenex over the entrance to the ear canal, dont shove in just let it drain out. Otherwise, if you have one of those ear wax flushers from any medical store/ has a pharmacy they usually sell them there. Very useful if you want to make sure you get everything 😊 Also, sorry idk why my tag didnt work :(
So...I'll state. I tried using H2O2 in my ears. And yes...I probably used too much. I took a "1/2 cap full into each canal...not 3-4 drops. I was too aggressive. I moved massive amounts of wax out...but hopefully NOT at the long term detriment to my "right ear drum"...as I'm not hearing well out of it currently -post 12 hours later. Learn from me...use 3-4 drops And Do USE AN EYE DROPPER to regulate the amounts. Also...don't let it stay in over 2 minutes...let it drain...take a break..then perhaps do 2-3drops the following day. Be conservative.
I disagree, the idea is to basically fill the canal or half fill it, a few drops is nowhere near enough, but yes use a dropper. Leave it in for about 4 or 5 minutes while massaging the back of your ear a little to move the wax around, allow it to drain out then repeat. Do this about 5 times in a row. The reason you find hearing has worsened is because you have not done it thoroughly enough, you have simply softened the wax now it sticks to your eardrum.
@@vvidover how can you prevent that? I tried it today..put 3 drops in and stayed for 5 minutes. Then drained it by moving head in opposite direction. Only some wax came out and rest is staying there. What should I do?
@BeyondSpace Don’t worry yourself about it. The doctor will be able to flush it out. I’ve had my ears flushed out a few times with no problems. It feels a bit weird but it’s fine. They prefer if you use a product to soften the wax for a few days before you get them flushed out, makes it easier for the wax to be flushed out, but you don’t have to do that.
Anyone ever put a q-tip in their ear and not even put it in barely any. Just barely stuck it in your ear and suddenly all the wax just gets squished to the back and now you lost 60% of your hearing in that ear?
Or worse put it in your ear for awhile and then inadvertently whack it through your ear drum with a hair dryer….? Don’t ply with w-tips except to detail your instrument panel
Good video on H Peroxide. I recently had my ear wax removed but then had crackling of water in the ear. So, added baby oil for relief and now feels like my ear is plugged up. Would peroxide solve the problem?
I use it when it's gets absolutely clogged, the key is giving it time to work work and doing it multiple times. Then a nice shower to help rinse it out, then a nice walk to help dry it up and get out whatever is left.
There ya go. I’m not sure if “clogged” is when I do it. You just know. Every 2-3 months I’ll do 30 minutes each ear. If clogged, you’ll know it within 24 hrs. Do another 30 minutes per ear again. Been doing it 35 years. Keeps disease away, sickness. Ears, the first area that gets attacked. And the stronger the better for me. Never dilute.
Thanks for no BS on it being completely bad...saw some doctor on Rachel Ray say you should not put it on a wound...use it in hospitals all the time don't they. Have to love being told the old way is wrong just because...ego says it is...this is a balanced view.
Hydrogen peroxide would complicate things if earwax has made infection. Simple rule- if u have pain(infection) go to doctor. If its just ear blocked use peroxide
I used it to unclog my left ear. It took 2 days because I was scared to use it for too long. I didn't go to a doctor because I was on a business trip, and I didn't know the area. So, I went to a pharmacy to get hydrogen peroxide - just to see if it would help. It creates a bubbling effect. It also turned my fingertips white, but that disappeared within a few hours. I dipped a piece of cotton wool into 3% hydrogen peroxide. I then inserted the dipped piece of cotton wool into my left ear while I was lying down on my right side (my left ear was facing up). As the solution bubbled (quite a lot) inside my ear, I used clean cotton wool pieces to absorb the peroxide solution. I did this for 2 days (10 minutes). Be careful when doing this - don't let it into your eyes. And wash your hands thoroughly before and after. It saved me quite a bit of money to do myself. However, I would rather just in the future go to a doctor as I didn't know whether it could damage my eardrum, etc. I was very hesitant with the solution, but I was also very grateful that it worked since I was quite desperate.
I pour little bit in ear very little don’t have a ear dropper is it ok also I hear some hissing sound plus I got some water on in my ear what are some ways I can drain my ear home remedy or self care
yall i just jetisoned hot water inot my e3ar over and over again and i just had to pinky tip sized rocks made of wax come out. by a ear cleaning kit and just fill the dropper with hot water
Not much. Just means there wasn't enough wax present to cause the hydrogen peroxide to decompose into water and oxygen gas. The fizzing is caused by the oxygen escaping the liquid.n
@@xmrcy6012 Well, most people don't need to do this in the first place. The ear cannal is self cleaning and ear wax is essential to maintaining a healthy ear. It traps bacteria, viruses, and other debris as well as picks up dead skin cells. It's constantly moved out of the ear canal via cilia and the motion of the jaw when chewing or speaking. It also helps maintain the correct amount of moisture. Cleaning your ears too often can actually cause the glands to over produce. That being said, there are some people who, for whatever reason, naturally produce abnormally large amounts or wax that is dryer than usual. It's usually down to genetics and/or age and is not a reflection of the person's hygiene habits. If you chose to use hydrogen peroxide, 3-5 drops should be plenty. Remain on your side for roughly 5 minutes, and blot any excess if you need to. Repeat for the other ear. ***DO NOT*** use a q-tip or swab. It's quite easy to inflict damage that way. The point of the H2O2 is to soften the wax enough that it can move out on its own. If, at any point, you experience pain, burning, itching, or other discomfort, stop use and see your primary care provider. ***Disclaimer*** Please always see your PCP before trying any new home treatment. I am still in medical school as well as I don't know anything about your history. The above is just for general information and not meant to replace the advice of your MD or serve any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
@@xmrcy6012 I'm not comfortable speculating about that without a history and exam. But I will say that it's not all that uncommon. It's pretty common, especially as you get older, and can have a lot to do with one ear being exposed to loud noise more often... especially if you've been the type to only wear one ear bud or something similar. If it's bothersome or significant and you've never had a work up,
Probably the most important specification that the good doctor neglected to mention... 3% seems to be the universally accepted concentration for this application
Not approved for dogs,>>>Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide to Clean Dog Ears? No. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide on your pup. This common household product can actually cause irritation to healthy skin cells. Ears contain very sensitive tissue, and extended use of hydrogen peroxide could eventually lead to damage of the ear itself. Stick to veterinarian-approved cleaners.
No. This will remove the protective wax which will not be good. Wax is produced for a good reason, to protect the tissue. Only use it to attend to an excess build up.
The gulp I had when he said there are some downside since I’m doing this with it in my ear I’m just trying to know when to flip because I just did ut and didn’t know if if I was supposed to wait because nun came out and my ear was still wet
Would you get over an ear infection faster by using hydrogen peroxide? (I get that there might be more pain, but if it cuts recovery time I wouldn't mind if there's no permanent damage.)
Leave it in for about 30sec. I've heard you can leave it in until it stops bubbling, but it's probably over doing it. Make sure it's 3%. Two or three drops are enough. Don't use a cotton swab inside your ear to remove the hydrogen peroxide. The farthest anything should be going inside your ear is what your finger can reach, so only remove the wax there. And only do it once a week for two months to avoid issues. This should only be used for minor wax build up, I'm pretty sure. If you're having trouble hearing, you should go see a doctor instead to have your ears cleaned.
Specially if you have an ropture eardrum rapture cause by an infection or a swimmers ear condition when water temps to stay strap causing the infection that's keeps reoccurring and the water been trapped cousin progressive ear infection do the water the ear canal is no longer able to travel farder in to ear canal system cause by bacteria on swimming waters
The infection is yet to be care for on more deferent way do to and ear drum rapture cause by a bacteria that has collected on your ear canal by passing the rapture ear drum damage do to a ear infections
use a very limited amount. I have done this several times and used to much this time and ears have been throbbing with shooting pain for hours. Dilute with water even if using 3%
Anyone else watching this with hydrogen in their ears?
Yup.
Lol yup
Lmao yeah.
I do this every week lol love it
WHAT?
You should mention that the hydrogen peroxide MUST be 3 percent only. Nothing stronger !
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Most people probably don't know there is stronger.
@@stephenjackson5628 I use 30% and 35% in work for cleaning.. you wouldn't want to put them in your ears they'd burn the head off ye
@@crow7580 I use 35% all the time, but when I ask for it at any store other than where I normally buy it, EVERY PERSON looks at me like I've got 10 heads. 3% is what most people are used to because that's what you normally buy at the pharmacy.
@@crow7580 my point is that 98% of the population doesn't know you can get stronger or what that even means for them.
Thanks for the video. One caveat: You didn't provide any instructions on how to apply the oil or whether or not you need to flush it. A demonstration would have been helpful.
I was looking for the same. if you are recommending something, provide some steps to do it
YES
I put a little lavandar oil in back of ear between ear lobe and skull. do not put oil inside the ear. It helps with itching, dizziness and aids in removing wax but so does hydrogen peroxide. However hydrogen peroxide cannot be done daily but the oil can. Hope this helps.
Just added and it sounds like boiling water and it tickles
was it a little bit hot? mine was a bit hot
@@jezreelgo2106 Yes Hydrogen peroxide creates heat {Exothermic reaction}.
Snap, crackle sizzle pop! as it foams around in your ears. But don't use it too *cold* as it can make you feel very giddy.
Huh
@@usernotfound904 oakleaf's lover is the horse on his profile pick
I lightly wet a Q-Tip with hydrogen peroxide. I wipe it around the outside of my ear, it runs into and lightly cleans any extra wax out and I tip my head and drain them use a dry Q-Tip to clean the excess liquid. I do not clean my ears internally with Q-Tips. That is a bad idea. But that’s what works for me, I do this maybe 2 times a month and I’ve never had any problems.
I use a syringe but dilute the hydrogen peroxide 50/50 with filtered water. 1 mL of h2o2, 1 mL of water. Enough to do both ears.
I use it and then use hot water to flush it out. Works like a charm
You are perfectly right hydrogen peroxide is not a great choice, especially with soft wax. Baby oil or olive oil is much safer. Debrox works if you give it time and repeat applications in one setting.
You’re a medical doctor giving medical advice?
It has hp in it too though....and I’m using it...and my ears itch and burn
@@tendr247 Debrox contains carbamide peroxide
@@aaa-gt8by i know and it irritated my ears so bad I had to stop.
@@tendr247 how frequently were you using?
Thank you for sharing 3% only!
It was recommended to me to use hp, but I know that it removes thin layers of dead skin, & can harm the eardrum possibly. Also, I do have a ruptured drum, so this video was incredibly helpful.
Thanks Doc!
Thank you so much for a free way to clean out your ears!
How do you put it in your ears
@@noahradigan4135 drop bottle. I forget what its called. I thik its called a drop bottle.
You get your peroxide for free!? Hook us up!
Please amend your title to state 3% otherwise people may use it straight.
otc peroxide is 3%
I heard Dr Mandel about the use of hydrogen peroxide for removal of earwax.he never mentioned about its strength.i used 6 strength nd now I am having ear pain nd inflammation.i applied it two days ago.
@@syedshah2569 6% strength is ok. If you have inflammation then you might go to a pharmacy to ask for some ear drops for the inflammation. For some relief you can put a small amount of Sigmacort 1% cream on a cotton bud. Sigmacort 1% cream is a cortisone cream which will ease the inflammation. I use this often for my ears to ease inflammation. Use cream not ointment version.
I think the use of 3% hydrogen peroxide is not good for tissue skin health in ears, it does help with ear wax if you use it many times in the day, but the removal of the surface wax from the skin tissue inside the ear allows the skin to become irritated.
@@prfwrx2497 It can be purchased 100% strength in a bottle so the video should say 3%. This video should be altered or removed.
@@aussie8114 in the US, you can only get 3% from the pharmacy/stores for home use.
I've done this and recommend it.
@THE Don Spaghetti & Ravioli I did not dilute. I used 3% and about half a cap worth. It feels funny and I was done when it stopped bubbling.
@THE Don Spaghetti & Ravioli Yes, I don't know what I was expecting but I felt like it worked.
@@leathelandlady should I mix water with the hydrogen peroxide
@@scxrstxkz4094 I did not. I also used 3% peroxide though, so it is diluted.
What if you do it for the first time does it hurt sumone LET ME KNOW PLEASE ASAP
Peroxide is also good to clean out your belly button with a q-tip. If you have an innie.
I notice I can hear better when I use hydrogen peroxide in my ear
Really? Like I'm feeling like r little clogged from some days nd I'm using it today first time
Does really have any effect in hearing?
You should not use peroxide every day...
deborx earwax kit comes with the rinsing bubble thingy, bottle peroxide, and endoscope that goes on you smart phone and you're set.
I do this everytime ear plugs up just my right ear. I have tried everything under the sun . The nasal rinse. The ear softener olive oil etc .someone told me years ago to try this omg it was amazing I only use when my ear plugged up. This is the best ever. Leave it in 15 to 20 minutes . And when I lift my head wow the stuff that comes out
What if you do it for the first time does it hurt sumone LET ME KNOW PLEASE ASAP
@@ggsinl4031 it does not hurt! I use the cap on the hydrogen peroxide bottle, tilt my head and pour it in while looking at a mirror. I let it sit for a while and put my head right up basically back into the normal position. I do that over and over until I can hear again! After that just take out all the wax!
How do you drain int after leaving it for a few minutes
@Hidan
When youve let it sit for the time specified above, all you gotta do is tip your head the other way and bunch up a kleenex over the entrance to the ear canal, dont shove in just let it drain out.
Otherwise, if you have one of those ear wax flushers from any medical store/ has a pharmacy they usually sell them there.
Very useful if you want to make sure you get everything 😊
Also, sorry idk why my tag didnt work :(
I did the hydrogen peroxide rinse and sane thing, right ear plugged up. So now I'm afraid to do anything else. Olive oil will UNclog it?
I just use hydrogen peroxide for cleaning the outside of the ear
How many drops we have to put in ear of hydrogen peroxide sir
Fill the whole ear.
Two to three drops are good enough.
Please be careful and research well.
So...I'll state. I tried using H2O2 in my ears. And yes...I probably used too much. I took a "1/2 cap full into each canal...not 3-4 drops.
I was too aggressive.
I moved massive amounts of wax out...but hopefully NOT at the long term detriment to my "right ear drum"...as I'm not hearing well out of it currently -post 12 hours later.
Learn from me...use 3-4 drops And Do USE AN EYE DROPPER to regulate the amounts.
Also...don't let it stay in over 2 minutes...let it drain...take a break..then perhaps do 2-3drops the following day. Be conservative.
I disagree, the idea is to basically fill the canal or half fill it, a few drops is nowhere near enough, but yes use a dropper. Leave it in for about 4 or 5 minutes while massaging the back of your ear a little to move the wax around, allow it to drain out then repeat. Do this about 5 times in a row.
The reason you find hearing has worsened is because you have not done it thoroughly enough, you have simply softened the wax now it sticks to your eardrum.
My guess if your hearing is affected after cleaning is you loosened and moved the wax closer to your eardrum.
@@vvidover how can you prevent that? I tried it today..put 3 drops in and stayed for 5 minutes. Then drained it by moving head in opposite direction. Only some wax came out and rest is staying there. What should I do?
@@devikas7707 Read my comment.
@BeyondSpace Don’t worry yourself about it. The doctor will be able to flush it out. I’ve had my ears flushed out a few times with no problems. It feels a bit weird but it’s fine. They prefer if you use a product to soften the wax for a few days before you get them flushed out, makes it easier for the wax to be flushed out, but you don’t have to do that.
Are ear wax removal drops prescribed by a doctor safe to use for the removal of ear wax??
Anyone ever put a q-tip in their ear and not even put it in barely any. Just barely stuck it in your ear and suddenly all the wax just gets squished to the back and now you lost 60% of your hearing in that ear?
Or worse put it in your ear for awhile and then inadvertently whack it through your ear drum with a hair dryer….? Don’t ply with w-tips except to detail your instrument panel
Good video on H Peroxide. I recently had my ear wax removed but then had crackling of water in the ear. So, added baby oil for relief and now feels like my ear is plugged up. Would peroxide solve the problem?
Patrick Anlauf yes
I use it when it's gets absolutely clogged, the key is giving it time to work work and doing it multiple times. Then a nice shower to help rinse it out, then a nice walk to help dry it up and get out whatever is left.
Then a nice strong drink because the entire process will piss u off
How many times do you drop Hydrogen Peroxide into the ears in one sitting and does it depend on how much of a wax buildup the person has?👂🏼
There ya go. I’m not sure if “clogged” is when I do it. You just know. Every 2-3 months I’ll do 30 minutes each ear. If clogged, you’ll know it within 24 hrs. Do another 30 minutes per ear again. Been doing it 35 years. Keeps disease away, sickness. Ears, the first area that gets attacked. And the stronger the better for me. Never dilute.
Thanks for no BS on it being completely bad...saw some doctor on Rachel Ray say you should not put it on a wound...use it in hospitals all the time don't they. Have to love being told the old way is wrong just because...ego says it is...this is a balanced view.
Hydrogen peroxide would complicate things if earwax has made infection.
Simple rule- if u have pain(infection) go to doctor.
If its just ear blocked use peroxide
I used hydrogen for the first time because of a knife cut XD
@@Ashwin-oq1xt is it safe to put water peroxide in your ear? With or without an ear infection?
@@Ashwin-oq1xt hydrogen peroxide oxidises and eats organic material...it won't complicate things...my spa uses it as an organic cleaner...
How do you clean them out?
doc , would you recommend Debrox ? dose debrox have H202
I've been using hydrogen peroxide for years and nothing's wrong with me but to be fair only clean my ears every like 6 months or something like that
How many times do you drop Hydrogen Peroxide into the ears in one sitting and does it depend on how much of a wax buildup the person has?👂🏼
@@KingdomWithin7 usually one sitting is all it takes but it depends on the person I would personally recommend no more than 2 though
I used it to unclog my left ear. It took 2 days because I was scared to use it for too long. I didn't go to a doctor because I was on a business trip, and I didn't know the area. So, I went to a pharmacy to get hydrogen peroxide - just to see if it would help.
It creates a bubbling effect. It also turned my fingertips white, but that disappeared within a few hours.
I dipped a piece of cotton wool into 3% hydrogen peroxide.
I then inserted the dipped piece of cotton wool into my left ear while I was lying down on my right side (my left ear was facing up).
As the solution bubbled (quite a lot) inside my ear, I used clean cotton wool pieces to absorb the peroxide solution.
I did this for 2 days (10 minutes).
Be careful when doing this - don't let it into your eyes. And wash your hands thoroughly before and after.
It saved me quite a bit of money to do myself. However, I would rather just in the future go to a doctor as I didn't know whether it could damage my eardrum, etc. I was very hesitant with the solution, but I was also very grateful that it worked since I was quite desperate.
who put rice crispies in my ears lol
Hydrogen peroxide is one of the safest materials, to use on skin. You make it sound like a sensitive material, that's weird
It willburn a hole through your ear drum at higher concentrations.
I pour peroxide in my ear and tilt my head then the peroxide comes out the other ear got rid of the wax but now I am deaf.
did your hearing ever come back? hope the best
If you put it in one ear then it comes out of the other ear then your brain must be missing. Your ears are not connected to each other.
@@aussie8114 not true
@@ThatsaToilet They are not connected to each other. The Eustachian tubes go into the back of the throat but they are not connected to each other.
dude same i cannot hear out of my ear now
I pour little bit in ear very little don’t have a ear dropper is it ok also I hear some hissing sound plus I got some water on in my ear what are some ways I can drain my ear home remedy or self care
Not wax candles but newspaper technique. You do need to sit up so paper ash doesn’t fall in. It should evaporate the humidity
I used peroxide to clean my ear but the peroxide won't drain like it usually does
@La Tuyia did anything help to drain it out
Is it still in there😂😂
Ty tipping head to the side awhile or gently use syringe to suck I out!
I dont want to softten it ,i wanna remove it
Same can’t hear right
If you soften the earwax with oil,
you will need to use a flusher to get the rest out, otherwise you are just adding to the problem.
yall i just jetisoned hot water inot my e3ar over and over again and i just had to pinky tip sized rocks made of wax come out. by a ear cleaning kit and just fill the dropper with hot water
Thats awesome
But not too hot😩
Does this also help with ear infection?
That shit feel good
What about using Hydrogen Peroxide when you have ear infection. Would it help to clear infection?
No actual tutorial showing how to actually perform this task, yet very active Jazz Hands while talking not showing. Odd.
How about using hydrogen peroxide and ya ear is clogged after....
Thank you for the this God bless you!
Why turnoff the subtitles
I was going to use the peroxide, now I won't.
Okay pay $100 for the doc visit then. The rest of world is using it.
Don’t do it , my man did it and now he can’t hear at all from his right ear ! It’s swollen up
is this a reference to peroxide by ecco2k?!?!?!
mine i used lucid wellness ear wax removal kit but still stuck in my hear cause i can't hear anything :(
I have crackling in my ear every time I swallow should I do this?
thats impacted ear wax i get it too
It is from your joint. It's painful.
It could be ear fungus.
I put peroxide in my ears.. I can taste it and it burns my eyes. Any idea why?
Yeah and if you ear drum has perforation the peroxide goes into the vacuum...
Then you will have brain clean and pure of bad thoughts.
Does anyone else dip a q tip in peroxide and clean the inside of their ear?
My moms one ear fizzes but she has a pain in her other ear and that side is not fizzing at all. Would you know why?
If there is no fizzing then that suggests wax is not a problem, she has a different problem and should go to a doctor so they can look in her ear.
I did it and alot of wax got out but it also pushed a whole lot deeper idk how to get it out and I'm dying
Idk if it's the hydrogen peroxide is stuck down in there and won't come
What if one ear doesn’t bubble? What does that mean?
Not much. Just means there wasn't enough wax present to cause the hydrogen peroxide to decompose into water and oxygen gas. The fizzing is caused by the oxygen escaping the liquid.n
@@K.Marie119 how much time should the hydrogene peroxide stay in the ear??
@@xmrcy6012 Well, most people don't need to do this in the first place. The ear cannal is self cleaning and ear wax is essential to maintaining a healthy ear. It traps bacteria, viruses, and other debris as well as picks up dead skin cells. It's constantly moved out of the ear canal via cilia and the motion of the jaw when chewing or speaking. It also helps maintain the correct amount of moisture. Cleaning your ears too often can actually cause the glands to over produce.
That being said, there are some people who, for whatever reason, naturally produce abnormally large amounts or wax that is dryer than usual. It's usually down to genetics and/or age and is not a reflection of the person's hygiene habits.
If you chose to use hydrogen peroxide, 3-5 drops should be plenty. Remain on your side for roughly 5 minutes, and blot any excess if you need to. Repeat for the other ear. ***DO NOT*** use a q-tip or swab. It's quite easy to inflict damage that way. The point of the H2O2 is to soften the wax enough that it can move out on its own. If, at any point, you experience pain, burning, itching, or other discomfort, stop use and see your primary care provider.
***Disclaimer*** Please always see your PCP before trying any new home treatment. I am still in medical school as well as I don't know anything about your history. The above is just for general information and not meant to replace the advice of your MD or serve any diagnostic or treatment purposes.
@@K.Marie119 ok thanks. Few other questions, do you know why I hear better in my left ear than in my right ear?
@@xmrcy6012 I'm not comfortable speculating about that without a history and exam. But I will say that it's not all that uncommon. It's pretty common, especially as you get older, and can have a lot to do with one ear being exposed to loud noise more often... especially if you've been the type to only wear one ear bud or something similar. If it's bothersome or significant and you've never had a work up,
What concentration of H202 to use??
Probably the most important specification that the good doctor neglected to mention... 3% seems to be the universally accepted concentration for this application
@@veganath also is an acid not a base 🤦♂️
@@veganath Failing to state that is extremely negligent. Using pure HP will destroy your ear drum.
3%
Not approved for dogs,>>>Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide to Clean Dog Ears?
No. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide on your pup. This common household product can actually cause irritation to healthy skin cells. Ears contain very sensitive tissue, and extended use of hydrogen peroxide could eventually lead to damage of the ear itself. Stick to veterinarian-approved cleaners.
What about doing it once or twice a month?
No. This will remove the protective wax which will not be good. Wax is produced for a good reason, to protect the tissue. Only use it to attend to an excess build up.
Hydrogen peroxide is an acid not a base 🤦♂️
Exactly
I’m watching with subtitles
Only got olive oil 😢
What did he say, can't hear for shite!?
lol is once every 2 weeks too frequent or just right? also after the peroxide rinse my ears with distilled water. ples let me know what you think.
This guy should be a politician. How to say nothing while your lips are moving. 😂
The gulp I had when he said there are some downside since I’m doing this with it in my ear I’m just trying to know when to flip because I just did ut and didn’t know if if I was supposed to wait because nun came out and my ear was still wet
Yea let it sit for a couple minutes im doin the same shit ima empty it out rn
Is it safe to put Hydrogen Peroxide in ear
Would you get over an ear infection faster by using hydrogen peroxide? (I get that there might be more pain, but if it cuts recovery time I wouldn't mind if there's no permanent damage.)
I would hate to have my ears earritated by H2O2.
What if you do it for the first time does it hurt sumone LET ME KNOW PLEASE ASAP
It doesnt hurt, it just fizzles
@@RoyalPrinceRose does ur ear like getting more clogged while peroxide in there or u started to hear a lot better?
@@swiftypopty1102 I did see a difference but after I let the peroxide dissolve and stuff, I use a Q tip to clean the rest of my ear out
Thank you ;D
I like to see demonstrations not talk talk talk
Hey, better than canceling. Had a kid with significant burns to his face beacuse dumb parents. 🤷♀️
When do I remove it like take it out
Leave it in for about 30sec. I've heard you can leave it in until it stops bubbling, but it's probably over doing it. Make sure it's 3%. Two or three drops are enough. Don't use a cotton swab inside your ear to remove the hydrogen peroxide. The farthest anything should be going inside your ear is what your finger can reach, so only remove the wax there. And only do it once a week for two months to avoid issues. This should only be used for minor wax build up, I'm pretty sure. If you're having trouble hearing, you should go see a doctor instead to have your ears cleaned.
I'm 15 should I do it
@@slimshady5596 Yah. You'll be fine.
@@ponydroid5630 and I do I take it out when I’m done
come out with all the irritation and doest give advice on the percentage, 3% - 5% max
Bruh give us steps
I hurt it kills red blood cells
You don't want to add anything else but an antibiotic drops
Specially if you have an ropture eardrum rapture cause by an infection or a swimmers ear condition when water temps to stay strap causing the infection that's keeps reoccurring and the water been trapped cousin progressive ear infection do the water the ear canal is no longer able to travel farder in to ear canal system cause by bacteria on swimming waters
And one time the ear drum is damage water keep collecting father inside the ear canal
The infection is yet to be care for on more deferent way do to and ear drum rapture cause by a bacteria that has collected on your ear canal by passing the rapture ear drum damage do to a ear infections
And the ability of the ear to keep water block after a severe ear infections that rapture the ear drum
honestly? where is the demo. not helpful.
Who else here cas they can’t here in there left ear
I’m here because I can’t hear but also to help people that can’t spell for shit… you need hooked on phonics
waste of 2 mins of my life.
Hey doc, wear a T-shirt under your scrub top! It looks more professional and less… I want to say “pervy.”
very eduational, but you need to contro your hands its distracting when watching
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use a very limited amount. I have done this several times and used to much this time and ears have been throbbing with shooting pain for hours. Dilute with water even if using 3%
I been stop using Q.tip
WhAT!!??
How do you clean them out?
I just use hydrogen peroxide for cleaning the outside of the ear