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The Health Risks of Excessive Earwax

By Dr. Mercola Earwax, technically known as cerumen, is produced by glands inside your ear canal. It may be a gray, orange or yellow waxy substance, and is designed to protect, clean and lubricate the ear canal. It also provides protection against insects, water and bacteria. The wax consists of dead skin cells, hair and… Read More »