(H61.2) Impacted cerumen
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Diagnosis impacted cerumen is diagnosed Men are 24.85% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis impacted cerumen
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis impacted cerumen
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease impacted cerumen - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 15-19
Disease Features impacted cerumen
Impacted cerumen - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - impacted cerumen
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Visual inspection of the ear canal
- Otoscopic examination
- Tympanometry
- Audiometry
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Clean the ear canal with a soft cloth or swab
- Irrigate the ear with warm water
- Use a syringe to gently flush the ear with a warm saline solution
- Use a softening agent such as mineral oil, baby oil, or glycerin to soften the wax
- Use a bulb syringe to gently suction the wax out of the ear
- Use a special instrument to remove the wax
Impacted cerumen - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease impacted cerumen
Dizziness
(Vertigo, Lightheadedness, Giddiness, Faintness, Unsteadiness, Dazed, Spinning, Disorientation, Unbalanced, Foggy, Loss of balance, Uncoordinated, Confusion)
Dizziness is a sensation of feeling off-balance and lightheaded. It can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by a feeling of spinning or swaying. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be triggered by physical activity, changes in position, or lack of food or fluids. Symptoms can ...
Noise in ears
(Ringing in ears, Buzzing in ears, Humming in ears, Hissing in ears, Roaring in ears, Whistling in ears, Tinnitus, Ears ringing, Ears buzzing)
Noise in the ears, also known as tinnitus, is a symptom in which a person hears a sound in their ears without an external source. It can range from a low, buzzing sound to a loud, high-pitched ringing. It can occur suddenly or gradually, and can be constant or intermittent. Tinnitus can be caused by...
Ear congestion
(Blocked ears, Clogged ears, Stuffy ears, Ear fullness, Ear obstruction, Impacted ear wax, Ear pressure, Ear congestion)
Ear congestion is a feeling of fullness or blockage in the ear. It is often accompanied by muffled hearing, pain, and a popping or crackling sound. It can be caused by a build-up of wax, fluid, or an infection. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can last from a few days to several weeks. Ear ...
Cough
(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)
Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...
Hearing loss
(Auditory impairment, Deafness, Hearing impairment, Hearing reduction, Partial deafness, Sensorineural hearing loss, Presbycusis)
Hearing loss is a decrease in the ability to hear sound. It can be temporary or permanent and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include ringing in the ears, difficulty understanding speech, and difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds. Hearing loss can develop gradually over time, or it can ...
Sore throat
(Scratchy throat, Rough throat, Raw throat, Irritated throat, Gravel throat, Stinging throat, Tickly throat, Hoarse throat, Itchy throat)
Sore throat is a common symptom that can be caused by a variety of illnesses. It is characterized by a feeling of scratchiness or burning in the throat, and is often accompanied by difficulty swallowing. It may start as a mild irritation and gradually become more painful. Common causes of sore throa...