Rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide drops or irrigation can help reduce earwax buildup. But avoid putting any objects in the ears.
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Earwax Prevention – FAQs
Most people do not need a regular schedule for preventing earwax buildup. Some people may need to have their ears cleaned at times.
Neck Mass Follow-up
A neck mass is an abnormal lump in the neck. A neck mass may be caused by infection, a benign tumor, or a cancerous tumor.
Neck Mass Examination under Anesthesia
Examination under anesthesia is performed by a surgeon to evaluate the back of your throat, voice box, the back of your nose, upper trachea (breathing tube) and upper esophagus (swallowing tube).
Neck Mass: What the Adult Patient Should Expect
A biopsy involves taking a sample of tissue from the neck mass, which is looked at under the microscope by a pathologist to make a diagnosis.
Dos and Don’ts of Earwax (Cerumen)
Earwax (cerumen) is normal. Earwax that does not cause symptoms or block the ear canal should be left alone.
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) – FAQs
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common inner ear problem and cause of vertigo, or false sense of spinning.
FAQs for Adults with a Neck Mass
A neck mass may indicate a serious medical problem. It does not mean you have cancer, but it does mean you need more evaluation to make a diagnosis.
How to Prevent Hoarseness (Dysphonia)
Hoarseness, or dysphonia, is characterized by altered vocal quality, pitch, loudness, or vocal effort that impairs communication as assessed by a clinician and/or affects quality of life.
Voice Therapy – FAQs
Voice therapy has been demonstrated to be effective for dysphonia across the lifespan from children to older adults.
