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When to Call A Doctor

If you have never had earwax blockage and are unsure what is causing the problem, visit your doctor. Other common causes of hearing loss include:

  • Exposure to repetitive loud noises, such as gunshots or trucks

  • Aging

  • A tumor on the hearing nerve called an acoustic neuroma

A doctor or nurse can help when home treatments fail to relieve a wax blockage. A doctor should treat your blockage if you have had a ruptured eardrum in the past.

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