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Will Chlorine Water Help Dissolve The Ear Wax?
Question: My daughter's ear is plugged with wax and we are leaving for vacation by chance will the chlorine help dissolve or soften the wax?
Brief Answer:
Yes , chlorinated water will dissolve or soften the wax.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Thanks for the query.
Yes , chlorinated water will dissolve or soften the wax but it will also soften and wrinkle the skin lining the ear canal, leaving it vulnerable to the slightest infection.
If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
use ear drop to soften wax like Debrox or Murine Ear Wax Removal drop.
Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.
Yes , chlorinated water will dissolve or soften the wax.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Thanks for the query.
Yes , chlorinated water will dissolve or soften the wax but it will also soften and wrinkle the skin lining the ear canal, leaving it vulnerable to the slightest infection.
If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
use ear drop to soften wax like Debrox or Murine Ear Wax Removal drop.
Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.
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