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415 17th Ave N, Hopkins, MN 55343415 17th Ave N
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
4.84(573 reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Hopkins - 415 17th Ave N
Super accommodating to a pre op physical to be done for a surgery I need tomorrow .. awesome staff that helped me big time!!! Thank you all!!!

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1030 Blue Gentian Rd, Eagan, MN 551211030 Blue Gentian Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.78(143 reviews)
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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Eagan - 1030 Blue Gentian Rd
Excellent care by physician for my 3 year old son. She was compassionate and even helped with his stuffed animal!

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7500 80th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 550167500 80th St S
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.6(270 reviews)
Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Cottage Grove - 7500 80th St S
Was very easy to get my daughter in for an ear infection check and even though their systems were done they were patient and friendly and got her feeling better quick.

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7560 160th St W, Lakeville, MN 550447560 160th St W
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.77(528 reviews)
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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Lakeville - 7560 160th St W
The care was excellent! I get really stressed going to the doctor. But this clinic made me feel at ease. The doctor and nurse were very friendly and made me feel comfortable. Thank you!

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11230 86th Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 5536911230 86th Ave N
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Accord Health, Maple Grove - 11230 86th Ave N

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1650 New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 554181650 New Brighton Blvd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis - 1650 New Brighton Blvd, Minneapolis

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8900 MN-7, Minneapolis, MN 554268900 MN-7
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, Hwy 7, Minneapolis - 8900 MN-7, Minneapolis

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701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404701 Park Ave
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2001 Blaisdell Ave, Minneapolis, MN 554042001 Blaisdell Ave
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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2300 NE Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN 554182300 NE Central Ave
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon10:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue10:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed10:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu10:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri10:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat10:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • SunUnknown
Multicultural Health Services - 2300 NE Central Ave
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2707 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 554082707 Nicollet Ave
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2711 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 554062711 E Franklin Ave
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
2.33(3 reviews)
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2500 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN 551082500 Como Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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5100 Gamble Dr, St. Louis Park, MN 554165100 Gamble Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:15 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
1.0(0 reviews)
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4000 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 554214000 Central Ave NE
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatUnknown
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2600 39th Ave NE, Saint Anthony, MN 554212600 39th Ave NE
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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4730 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 554174730 Chicago Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
3.22(9 reviews)
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4656 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 554164656 Excelsior Blvd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park - 4656 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park

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1536 Larpenteur Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 551131536 Larpenteur Ave W
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1835 County Rd C West, Roseville, MN 551131835 County Rd C West
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.0(1 reviews)
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3800 Park Nicollet Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 554163800 Park Nicollet Blvd
1.0(1 reviews)
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1661 St Anthony Ave, Saint Paul, MN 551041661 St Anthony Ave
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1515 County B Rd W, Roseville, MN 551131515 County B Rd W
Open until 6:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, County Rd B W, Roseville - 1515 County B Rd W, Roseville

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1021 Bandana Blvd E, Saint Paul, MN 551081021 Bandana Blvd E
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.0(5 reviews)
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755 53rd Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55421755 53rd Ave NE
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MinuteClinic® Inside Target, 53rd Ave Ne, Fridley - 755 53rd Ave NE, Fridley

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2155 Ford Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN 551162155 Ford Pkwy
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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6000 Earle Brown Dr, Brooklyn Center, MN 554306000 Earle Brown Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.0(2 reviews)
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I love going to this urgent care. The staff is top notch! It can be busy at time but,they really try to move you in and out quickly without making you feel like you are just a number. I would rather have the best care than just quick care.
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6600 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 554266600 Excelsior Blvd
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1040 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 551051040 Grand Ave
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Grand Ave, Saint Paul - 1040 Grand Ave, Saint Paul

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5700 Bottineau Blvd, Crystal, MN 554295700 Bottineau Blvd
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
1.0(4 reviews)
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5510 W Broadway Ave, Crystal, MN 554285510 W Broadway Ave
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
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6445 Richfield Pkwy, Richfield, MN 554236445 Richfield Pkwy
Open until 6:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, Richfield Pkwy, Richfield - 6445 Richfield Pkwy, Richfield

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6341 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 554326341 University Ave NE
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatUnknown
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7901 Bass Lake Rd, New Hope, MN 554287901 Bass Lake Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Bass Lake Rd, New Hope - 7901 Bass Lake Rd, New Hope

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3717 Lexington Ave N, Arden Hills, MN 551263717 Lexington Ave N
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6845 Lee Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 554296845 Lee Ave N
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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3930 Northwoods Dr, Arden Hills, MN 551123930 Northwoods Dr
1.0(0 reviews)
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6905 York Ave S, Edina, MN 554246905 York Ave S
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, York Ave, Edina - 6905 York Ave S, Edina

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4166 Lexington Ave N, Shoreview, MN 551264166 Lexington Ave N
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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2650 Rice St, Little Canada, MN 551172650 Rice St
Open until 7:00 am
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 am
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 5:00 pm
CVS Pharmacy - 2650 Rice St, Little Canada
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360 Sherman St, Saint Paul, MN 55102360 Sherman St
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7380 France Ave S, Edina, MN 554357380 France Ave S
Open until 8:30 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Fri 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.46(26 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

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I received great care! I was leaving the country and only had a few minutes. They treated me and even had the medication on sight and was out of there in 20 minutes. They are very experienced and highly recommend them!
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700 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55420700 American Blvd E
Walmart Pharmacy - 700 American Blvd E, Bloomington
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480 Osborne Rd NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432480 Osborne Rd NE
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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12993 Ridgedale Dr, Hopkins, MN 5530512993 Ridgedale Dr
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205 Wabasha St S, Saint Paul, MN 55107205 Wabasha St S
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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2855 Campus Dr, Plymouth, MN 554412855 Campus Dr
Open until11:59 pm
  • Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
4.0(6 reviews)
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2855 Campus Dr, Plymouth, MN 554412855 Campus Dr
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Ear Wax Removal FAQs

  • What will happen if I don’t clean my ears?

    If you don't clean your ears regularly, you may develop an excessive amount of ear wax. The National Institutes of Health lists pain or itching in the ear, ringing in the ear, and a sense that the ear is full or clogged as signs of too much ear wax (NIH). If you do not clean your ears, you may have odor or discharge from the ear, as well as hearing loss, according to the NIH.

  • Should I do anything to prevent a buildup of ear wax?

    You don't need to do anything to keep ear wax from accumulating. However, if ear wax does build up, you should remove it yourself or get it removed by a medical professional to avoid hearing loss and ear discomfort, according to the National Library of Medicine.

  • What symptoms can be caused by too much ear wax?

    According to the National Library of Medicine, too much ear wax can produce symptoms such as earache, fullness in the ear, tinnitus, and partial hearing loss.

  • Does it hurt to remove ear wax?

    Ear cleaning procedures for removing ear wax should not be painful. If you're having trouble eliminating ear wax, the National Library of Medicine suggests consulting a medical practitioner for assistance

  • If ear wax is removed, will my hearing improve?

    According to the National Library of Medicine, if the ear wax obstruction is cleared, your hearing will usually return entirely. Ear wax buildup usually causes transient hearing loss that lasts until your ears are cleaned.

  • How often should I remove wax from my ears?

    Your ear wax should naturally come out when your body no longer requires it, according to the National Institutes of Health. It goes on to say that you should only clean your ears if you have symptoms of too much ear wax or if you can see wax near the end of the ear canal.

  • Is removing ear wax costly?

    According to the National Institutes of Health, the cost of removing ear wax varies depending on the method used. Based on your budget and income, your healthcare professional may be able to propose the best ear wax removal procedure for you.

  • Do cotton swabs remove wax from the ear?

  • Where can I get ear wax removed in Minnesota?

    Your primary care physician or a specialist who specializes in ear, nose, and throat health can remove ear wax. To find nearby providers of this service, use Solv to find an ear wax removal service and book an appointment for the same-day or next-day.

Minnesota Ear Wax Removal

Ear wax shields your ears from dirt, bacteria, and other microscopic particles that might irritate your ear canal and cause hearing loss. Too much ear wax, on the other hand, might clog your ear canal and cause hearing loss. Knowing how to remove ear wax in a safe and effective manner can help you protect your hearing and ear health.

About ear wax — why do we have ear wax?

Ear wax is a natural substance that protects your ears by collecting microscopic debris such as dust and bacteria that may otherwise enter and harm them. Ear wax also protects the sensitive skin inside your ear canal from water-related discomfort, according to the National Library of Medicine (NLM).

Ear wax collects dead skin cells, debris, and hair as it flows from the inside of your ears to the outside of the ear canal. Ear wax has antibacterial and antifungal characteristics, according to Harvard Medical School, making it an efficient natural ear cleanser. It goes on to say that if your ears don't create or contain enough ear wax, they'll be itchy and painful.

Treatment of a common ear condition

According to the National Library of Medicine, removing ear wax can help you prevent and avoid hearing loss. Most cases of ear wax buildup, according to the National Library of Medicine, can be treated at home using procedures that soften the wax so it can be readily removed or washed out. It goes on to say that in some cases, you may need to seek medical assistance to avoid hurting your ears or triggering an infection.

Hearing loss caused by ear wax buildup is usually transitory and goes away once the blockage is removed, according to the National Library of Medicine. Hearing loss that persists after removing ear wax should be evaluated and treated by a doctor.

The side effects of excessive ear wax

According to the National Library of Medicine, excessive ear wax can cause ear discomfort and hearing issues. Ear pain, the sense of blocked ears, and tinnitus (inner ear noises) are all frequent adverse effects of ear wax buildup, according to the National Library of Medicine. You may also have a partial hearing loss that worsens with time.

The development of ear wax

Cerumen is another name for ear wax. According to Harvard Medical School, it is a mixture of secretions from sebaceous glands and sweat glands in the outer ear canal's walls.

When you chew or chat with your jaw, the secretions pass through the inner ear canal and into the outer ear canal, where they dry out and flake. According to Harvard Medical School, this permits older ear wax deposits to flow out or be removed more readily from your ears..

Where wax comes from

Ear wax is a natural ear cleanser produced by glands in the ear canal to protect your ears from dangerous dirt and other debris, according to Harvard Medical School. It goes on to say that no one knows why some people have greater ear wax problems than others.

According to the University of Texas at Austin, older people with coarse, wiry hairs in their ears have higher ear wax buildup difficulties than others. Hearing aid users have more ear wax than non-users, owing to the fact that some hearing aids are constructed in such a way that wax cannot readily move out of the ear canal.

Ear wax removal tips

Cotton swabs are commonly used to remove ear wax accumulation. According to UC San Diego, many medical specialists advise against employing this procedure since it can push wax deeper into the ear canal. It goes on to say that the easiest approach to clean your ears is to use wax-softening ear drops, which can be found at almost any pharmacy.

The National Library of Medicine recommends using baby oil or mineral oil to soften ear wax. Once you can see the wax, you can easily remove it from the outer ear canal with a small piece of cloth or tissue wrapped around your finger.

If you're having trouble removing ear wax, the National Library of Medicine suggests seeing a doctor. Other irrigation methods, as well as a curette or suction equipment, can be used by a doctor to eliminate ear wax.

Tips for hearing-aid wearers

The National Library of Medicine recommends that people who use hearing aids have their ear canals examined for extra wax every three to six months. According to Harvard Medical School, ear wax is responsible for 60 percent to 70% of hearing aid degradation. If you use a hearing aid, have your doctor examine your ears at least once every six months for ear wax buildup.

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