The human body never ceases to amaze us with how it works. In fact, it is able to send signals to alert us of a condition or problem through the different organs and areas that compose it. Did you know that ears can say a lot about our health?
Indeed, beyond the auditory function, the ears, like any other part of the human body, must be monitored to take care of our health. In fact, one of the main indicators of this is earwax. It is a wax composed of fatty substances, amino acids and minerals that protects the external ear canal. Earwax has a very specific role, because it helps to fight against the entry of pathogens and germs.
Thus, when its texture, color and appearance change, it indicates a health problem because the protective barrier that is earwax has been compromised. To better understand how it works, here are 8 changes in earmas and what they mean:
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you notice the presence of grey earwax on a cotton swab, there are two types of possible explanations. It can be the surrounding dust caused by pollution, especially in big cities, or your genetics. Indeed, according to the Hearing Guide of Bruno Frachet and Émilie Vormés, earwax is genetically determined. For example, Asians and Native Americans have grey and dry earwax, while Caucasians and Africans have brown honey and wet earwax.Cerumen with traces of blood
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