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Blocked Ears: Earworx Nurse Guide

Ears Feeling Blocked? Wax Might Be the Cause

If you’ve ever experienced a sensation of fullness in your ears, muffled hearing, or pressure that won’t go away, you’re not alone. One of the most common reasons people ask, “Why do my ears feel blocked?” is due to a build-up of earwax. While earwax plays an important protective role, too much of it can

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Ear Health Insights

Itchy Ears Explained: Causes and Cure

We all experience the occasional itch. When it’s in your ear and won’t go away, it can be both distracting and uncomfortable. If your ear is itchy inside, or you’re constantly scratching your itchy ear canal, you’re not alone. Itchy ears are a common issue that can have several causes, ranging from mild irritation to

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What Causes Ringing in the Ears?

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why are my ears ringing?” That persistent, high-pitched noise that seems to come from inside your head? You’re not alone. Known medically as tinnitus, ear ringing affects millions of people worldwide. Understanding the causes of ear ringing is key to finding the right approach to managing it, and ensuring it

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Ear Cleaning Tips

How to Safely Remove Water from Your Ear

Getting water stuck in your ears can be an uncomfortable and frustrating experience. Whether it happens after swimming, showering, or even washing your hair, water trapped in the ear canal can lead to irritation, muffled hearing, and even infections if not dealt with properly. If you’re wondering how to get water out of your ear

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Healthcare Equity – Rally Your Local Member

At Earworx, our nurse-led model provides microsuction services to over 1,000 patients per week across Australia. However, despite being appropriately trained and working within our scope of practice, Registered Nurses like those at Earworx face discrimination within Australia’s healthcare system when it comes to working independently. This discrepancy not only affects us but also impacts

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Ear Health Insights

Why Choose Professional Ear Cleaning Over DIY Methods

In the realm of personal hygiene, ear cleaning is a task that many might consider handling themselves. However, when it comes to removing ear wax, there are good reasons to choose professional ear cleaning. This post looks at the reasons to consider professional ear cleaning rather than DIY methods for ear wax removal. Understanding Ear

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Ear Health Insights

The External Ear Canal: Microsuction’s Primary Focus

The external ear canal is a critical component of our auditory system, playing a pivotal role in the way we hear and maintain ear health. Understanding its structure and function is essential, especially when discussing professional ear cleaning techniques like microsuction. This blog post explores the anatomy of the external ear canal, its significance in

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