Ear Wax Removal
Ear Wax Removal
Microsuction is the safest way to remove debris from the ear canal for two main reasons;
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1. The Audiologist can visualise the canal and the debris at all times using microscopic vision. This is unlike syringing or irrigation where the nurse has to switch between visualisation of the canal with a handheld otoscope and then use an irrigation instrument
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. 2. There is no use of water. Irrigation flushes the canal using water under controlled pressure. Any water hitting the drum during the treatment can cause pain. Microsuction removes wax using a gentle vacuum device. The end of the suction tube is visible and controlled at all times and so the risk of trauma or perforation is greatly reduced when using this method.
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Blocked Ears
The canal can become blocked with wax, a foreign body (often the end of a cotton bud) or dry skin secondary to a skin condition. Microsuction will gently remove any of this debris leaving the canal clear and comfortable.
Infection
You may have been informed by your GP that you have otitis exerna (an infection of the canal) and in all likelihood been prescribed eardrops. Microsuction will remove infective debris enabling the treatment to successfully reach the canal lining enabling more effective recovery
Cannot Tolerate Syringing/Irrigation
Over the years many clients have undergone both microsuction and syringing. The vast majority prefer microsuction as it is quicker, more effective and thorough. It is a safer and easier to tolerate as there is no risk of water touching the drum.
