Ear Health

Why exactly do we have earwax and what is the purpose of it? We found the answers and some other interesting facts too!

We all want to get rid of earwax. But is it that bad? In this article we take a deeper dive into everything there is know about earwax, including if it’s good or bad and what you can do about it. 

For many people, it can be just an annoyance but for others, it can make it difficult to sleep, focus, and more. Pulsatile tinnitus isn’t something you should ignore. It can be a symptom of a serious underlying condition. We discuss the symptoms, causes, and treatments of pulsatile tinnitus so you can get on the path to recovery fast. 

There is nothing more annoying than a build-up of wax in the ears. To remove it safely, try any of these 15 easy remedies.

Experience cleaner, healthier ears with UtilityTip’s doctor-recommended system. Like most people, you probably clean your ears with a cotton swab. But also like most people, you probably don’t know that there’s a warning on the box that reads: “Do not insert swab into ear canal.” If you’re wondering why using cotton swabs to clean your […]

But having particularly itchy ears — whether that means the exterior part of the ear or the inner ear, which can be hard to reach — can sometimes be a sign of a more concerning issue. Let’s take a look at some common issues associated with ear irritation.

Tinnitus is the medical term used when referring to patients who experience ringing in the ears, usually from prolonged exposure to loud music, stress, or sometimes unknown causes. Not surprisingly, it can be a very uncomfortable condition. We look into some of the most effective methods that may help quiet the problem.

If you’ve ever suffered from an inner ear infection, you know how debilitating it can be—, and Meniere’s disease is no different. Unfortunately, the disease is not curable, but there are many treatment options that can help successfully manage the disease. We look into the the common signs and symptoms of Meniere’s disease.

You probably don’t pay too much mind to your earwax, unless the gunk between your ears is causing discomfort, an itch, or an unsightly embarrassment. However, earwax can tell a lot about a person—much more than personal hygiene alone. Here are a few little known facts about earwax and what it does for your health… […]

Ear infections are inevitable in young children, particularly babies and infants. However, oftentimes it’s difficult to tell if a baby or young child has an ear ache because they can’t flat out tell us where it hurts. As parents of babies and infants, the following eight tips will help you decipher if your child is […]