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Ear Irrigation for Clogged Ears & Ear Pain

Dec 31, 2025

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Ear Irrigation for Clogged Ears & Ear Pain

Ear Irrigation for Clogged Ears & Ear Pain

Feeling pressure, muffled hearing, or discomfort in your ears? Clogged ears from earwax buildup are a very common problem—and the good news is you often don’t need to wait weeks to see an ENT specialist to get relief.

At EZMED, we offer professional ear irrigation to safely remove excess earwax and help relieve ear pain, pressure, and clogged ear symptoms—quickly and conveniently.

What Causes Clogged Ears?

Clogged ears are most commonly caused by cerumen (earwax) impaction, but symptoms can feel alarming.

Common causes include:

  • Excess earwax buildup

  • Narrow or curved ear canals

  • Use of earbuds or hearing aids

  • Q-tip use pushing wax deeper

  • Recent illness or congestion

Symptoms of Earwax Buildup

If you’re experiencing any of the following, ear irrigation may help:

  • Clogged or blocked ear sensation

  • Ear pressure or fullness

  • Ear pain or discomfort

  • Muffled or decreased hearing

  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

  • Dizziness related to ear blockage

What Is Ear Irrigation?

Ear irrigation is a safe, effective medical procedure used to flush out excess earwax using controlled water or saline.

At EZMED, ear irrigation is:

  • Performed by trained medical professionals

  • Gentle and controlled

  • Designed to minimize discomfort

  • Done in-office with immediate relief for many patients

No Need to Wait for an ENT Appointment

Many patients are surprised to learn that earwax removal does not usually require an ENT referral.

Instead of waiting weeks for a specialist appointment, EZMED can evaluate and treat clogged ears the same day in many cases.

We assess your symptoms first to ensure irrigation is appropriate and safe for you.

When Ear Irrigation Is NOT Recommended

In some cases, ear irrigation may not be appropriate, such as:

  • Known or suspected eardrum perforation

  • Active ear infection with drainage

  • History of ear surgery (depending on type)

Our clinicians will always evaluate you first and recommend the safest option.

We Offer Ear Irrigation at EZMED

At EZMED, we provide ear irrigation and earwax removal to help relieve:

  • Clogged ears

  • Ear pain related to wax buildup

  • Hearing changes caused by cerumen impaction