A naturally occurring material generated by the glands in the canal of the ear is called cerumen, or ear wax. Dust and other smaller particles are absorbed by it, keeping them from getting to the eardrum and protecting the ear. Ear wax accumulation that is too great, though, can cause diseases, pain, and even loss of hearing. Many resorts to ear wax removal procedures, among which microsuction is one of the most widely used, to solve this problem. Numerous false beliefs and misconceptions about the safety of microsuction ear wax removal, despite its effectiveness.
