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Earwax performs important functions.
- Your ear produces wax in order to help move out dust and other small particles. It collects dirt and debris in your ear canal and moves it out of your ears where you can wash it off as you wash your face and external ears. Cerumen also helps prevent foreign substances from entering the auditory canal.
- It forms a layer of protective wax in the ear canal which is a water repelling shield (ear canals need to be dry to be healthy).
- The wax also is slightly acidic and will not allow the growth of bacteria or fungi.
- It fights infections as well, with some mild antibacterial components.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoBecause it keeps germs from getting inside of the body through the ears.
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∙ 13y agoyou have earwax because natural oils from your ear do not just slide out of your ear they form together and protect the ear drum from getting hurt but it is okay to get it taken out.
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Did people have wax in the 1920s?
If you are asking if they had ear wax, yes. People have always had ear wax. If you are asking if they had candle wax, yes. People (humans) have been enjoying wax since the 4th century.
Is it better to use ear wax or ear plugs for swimming?
ear plugs, ear wax sticks
Will your ears produce more ear wax to compensate for the ear wax that has been removed?
Not necessarily. Ear wax is produced naturally as a protective coating for the ear canal, and irritation of the canal can cause increased production. When excessive ear wax has been removed, if there is no irritation the production of ear wax should return to normal.
Do candles have any special meanings in different religions?
in shikism they sybolise ear wax in shikism they sybolise ear wax in shikism they sybolise ear wax
Are there different types of ear wax?
Yes, there re different types of ear wax, dry ear wax, wet, etc.... But if your ear wax is too wet or dry, that means you are sick or not eating too well.... I hope you are OK. with my answer......
How to remove ear wax?
Try inserting an exactoknife into the ear canal and twist it until the ear wax falls right out.
Why you shouldn't remove ear wax?
Ear wax helps to keep your external auditory meatus and your tympanic membrane soft and pliable. If you remove the ear wax, your ear drum could dry out and crack.
Why do flies try to get in your ear?
Ear wax?
Does human ear wax contain DNA?
Only from cells stuck in the wax. In fact ear wax is antimicrobial to an extent. yes it is
What organelle is found in cells that produce ear wax?
Ear wax is produced by ceruminous glands.
What glands secrete ear wax?
The gland that produces earwax is the Ceruminous Gland
Can ear wax cause ear infections?
Ear wax is secreted by the ceruminous glands of the ears. It functions to protect the ears from outside contaminants. Diseases do not spread well through ear wax, but it may be possible to catch diseases transmitted through body fluids via ear wax.
