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What Does the colour of Your Earwax Say About Your Health

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Channel: Natural Solution · 2018 · People & Blogs

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The thing that many people don’t know is that earwax isn’t just some kind of dirty buildup in our ears. It’s actually created by our bodies to prevent bacteria and dirt from entering the ear canal, so this sticky gunk actually keeps our ears clean, healthy and functional. The wax itself is a combination of long-chain fatty acids, squalene, and alcohol.
Yet despite how important this substance is, no one wants to see it dripping out of someone’s ear. So when you notice that there’s a bit too much of it in you ear, feel free to take a damp cloth and wash it out. If you choose to use a cotton swab, be sure not to insert it into your ear canal or you run the risk of damaging your eardrum.
Here are some examples of different wax colors and what they mean for your health.
1. Yellow, wet and sticky
This is the most common type of wax for adults. The wet, sticky texture helps to keep the ear canal from drying out and becoming itchy.
2. Gray
Gray earwax may look unusual, but if you see it on your cotton swab, there’s no need to worry. The gray color is usually just the result of the ear’s natural cleaning-process. But if the wax is dry and brittle and your ear is itchy, it could be a sign of eczema. If you notice these symptoms, it’s best to have it looked at by a doctor.
3. Pale yellow
This color is the most common for kids. Children tend to produce a lot more earwax than adults, but as they get older this production gradually decreases.

4. Sticky and dark
Earwax that is darker than normal indicates that the body is perspiring more than usual. The darker the color of the wax, the higher the probability that this extra sweat will lead to body odor. Despite that, it’s still completely healthy.

5. Dark and thick
Anxiety and stress can cause our bodies to produce more earwax. Heavy sweating can also lead to an increase in earwax, which can block the ear canal and cause temporary hearing impairment. If you notice that your earwax is dark and thick, you should make sure you clean your ears regularly to avoid any problems.

6. Dry, white and flaky
This is a perfectly normal and healthy type of earwax. People who produce this kind of wax most often have less body odor than people who produce dark ear wax.

7. Black or dark brown
Earwax that is dark brown or even black can look pretty scary. But the good news is, there’s no need to worry. The dark color may just be the result of an overproduction of wax. It can also mean that the wax has simply been in the ear longer. When it’s removed, the increased contact with oxygen turns it a darker color.

8. Wet and runny
It’s normal for earwax to come out of our ears from time to time — it’s just part of the natural cleaning process. But when wax pours out of your ears in large amounts and contains pus or blood, it’s a sure sign of a perforated eardrum. In this case, seek medical attention immediately.

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