What do I do about 1year old`s ear wax?

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Son`s ear totally full of wax. I am inclined to leave it, or should I take him to the GP?

is he in pain? Or is it just cosmetic iykwim?

GP. If it hardens it could impact on his hearing (not permanently, of course).

Put a few drops of olive oil in each ear each evening whilst he's lying on his side, then gently massage the front of the ear where the ear meets the cheek.

DO that for a couple of weeks and most of the wax should slide out on it's own. If it is causing him discomfort or appears to affect his hearing the GP can refer him for wax removal by microsuction.

Oh thanks. It isnt bothering him, just my husband I want ot get it out with a cotton bud but obviously not an option.

I will try the olive oil trick, sounds very gentle for a baby.

many thanks.

No no no to the cotton buds!!!!!

Olive oil is completely safe