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The skin cells lining our outer ear canals include tiny glands, similar to sweat glands, which produce wax. The point seems to be that this acts as a protective layer, just like mucus protects the nasal passages. This layer traps dust and other particles which get into the ear. The wax slowly works its way to the outside, taking the trapped dirt and dust with it. Most people's ears clear the wax, which probably comes off on our pillows and towels etc., at a rate which means that it does not build up. Some people may, at some stages in their lives produce wax at a faster rate. Other people have either one or both ear canals that is narrow, or that is at an angle which slows the natural passage of the wax. In these people the wax builds up. The wax may eventually block off the ear canal all together. If this happens, hearing is reduced, and there is an increased likelihood that stagnation may lead to an infection building up behind the obstruction. Just wanted to add that the inside of the ears have hair follicles and they trap the dirt (and the process goes on exactly as the above poster described it). Many people don't realize that when they listen to extremely loud music or are in a loud theater they can damage these hairs and this can cause deafness at an early age.
What else can I help you with?
What is the cause of loss of memory?
One of them is earwax.
What is the most common cause of an unpleasant earwax taste in the mouth?
The most common cause of an unpleasant earwax taste in the mouth is when earwax travels from the ear canal to the back of the throat, usually due to jaw movements or ear cleaning.
What does it the cause of purple stuff coming out of your ear?
Using a leaky pen to get earwax out of your ear can cause this. It's ink.
Does the over production of tsh cause hypothyroidism?
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
Is earwax toxic?
no, but if it gets impacted (usually by poking anything into your ear canal) it can cause pain
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.
Is there DNA present in earwax?
Yes, there is DNA present in earwax.
Another name for earwax?
Another name for earwax is cerumen. Earwax is a waxy substance that is yellow in color and is secreted in the ear canal.
In humans having wet earwax is a dominant trait. Having dry earwax is recessive. a) A man has two recessive alleles. What is his phenotype?
A man with two recessive alleles for earwax would have the phenotype of dry earwax. Since dry earwax is the recessive trait, having two recessive alleles means he expresses this trait. Therefore, his phenotype is characterized by dry earwax.
If they have a child what is the probability of their child having wet earwax?
The probability of a child having wet earwax depends on the genetics of the parents. Wet earwax is typically governed by a dominant allele, while dry earwax is recessive. If both parents have wet earwax (and are either homozygous or heterozygous), the child will likely inherit the wet earwax trait. However, if one parent has dry earwax, the probability varies based on the genetic makeup of both parents.
Is earwax normal?
It is normal for the ear canal to have some yellowish-brown earwax
What can earwax be used for in terms of its potential benefits or practical applications?
Earwax, also known as cerumen, serves several important functions in the ear. It helps to protect the ear canal by trapping dust, dirt, and other particles, preventing them from reaching the eardrum. Earwax also has antibacterial properties that help to prevent infections in the ear. In some cultures, earwax has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, such as treating earaches or as a lubricant for tools. However, it is important to note that using earwax for these purposes is not recommended by medical professionals and can potentially cause harm.
