Cerumen Impaction
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Cerumen Impaction Outlook
What to expect with cerumen impaction:
Most cerumen impactions respond to treatment at home.
Cerumen impactions that do not clear with home treatment, require treatment by a physician.
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Cerumen Impaction Underlying Cause
Related Topics:
Ear discharge
Ear foreign body
Ear pain
Hearing loss
Otitis externa
Ringing in the ears
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Dizziness
Hearing loss
Ringing in the ears
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Last Updated: Mar 6, 2008
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Cerumen Impaction References:
Kelly KE, Mohs DC. The external auditory canal. Anatomy and physiology. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1996 Oct;29(5):725-39.
Yueh B, Shapiro N, MacLean CH, Shekelle PG. Screening and management of adult hearing loss in primary care: scientific review. JAMA. 2003 Apr 16;289(15):1976-85.
