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Had ear wax microsuctioned. Took a photo.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 14:18

Had microsuction of ear wax today.

I had been using olive oil, but there was a hard lump of wax blocking the ear canal, which was stopping the oil from being able to get further in to soften the rest of the wax.

I took a photo of what came out, which I can post if anyone is interested.

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Jojoanna · 23/02/2018 14:19

Me! I want to see photo please

JustGettingStarted · 23/02/2018 14:19

OK please do!

LaContessaDiPlump · 23/02/2018 14:19

YABU for not posting it immediately, you big tease!!

statetrooperstacey · 23/02/2018 14:20

Get on with it!Smile

RebeccaCloud9 · 23/02/2018 14:21

POST IT PLEASE!

Hidingtonothing · 23/02/2018 14:21

You need to ask?!!! Waiting in sporny anticipation.......

PhilODox · 23/02/2018 14:21

Could you tell me how long it takes per ear, please? Do they do both ears the same day? Is it v expensive?
Did you have tinnitus, and if you did, is it now gone???
Am thinking about doing this...

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 14:24

It took about 10 mins per ear.

She did both ears in the same appointment.

I don't have tinnitus.

It cost £35 per ear. My GP was happy to refer me for NHS microsuction but that was a 2 month wait and an hour away.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 14:26

It was quite loud.

There was a brief time in each ear where it was uncomfortable to the point of being painful, but that bit lasted for less than 30 seconds.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 14:27

The larger piece is about 1cm long.

Had ear wax microsuctioned. Took a photo.
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PhilODox · 23/02/2018 14:28

Thank you! If only other MN queries were answered so quickly and succinctly Grin

RussellTheLoveMuscle · 23/02/2018 22:19

Ooooooh nice work op! Much appreciated Grin

GrumpySausage · 23/02/2018 22:25

Ooh it is my dream to have my ears suctioned.

Where did you get them done OP?

QueenLaBeefah · 23/02/2018 22:28

Very tempted by this procedure.

Thanks for the photo.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 22:29

I had it done at Specsavers; not every branch offers this service so check with them. I'm happy with the service I received and would recommend them.

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GertrudeCB · 23/02/2018 22:30

Ooh < rubs thighs> where did you get it done , op?

GertrudeCB · 23/02/2018 22:31

Xpost

LuluBellaBlue · 23/02/2018 22:34

Just out of interest have you had your ears syringed?
What’s the difference except ones water and the other suction?
Is suctioning better?
Only ask as I have regular ear blockages and always use nurse at my GP’s surgery - free and appointment ms within a couple of days.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 22:35

There's a Youtube channel run by Audiology Associates UK which features the most satisfying videos of microsuction.

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Galaxyfarfaraway · 23/02/2018 22:37

Has your hearing improved?

DioneTheDiabolist · 23/02/2018 22:38

Thanks OP. Thanks

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 22:39

Lulu my GP advised against irrigation as I've recently recovered from an ear infection.

Galaxy yes, hearing is improved and the crackles & pops have gone.

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TheSecondOfHerName · 23/02/2018 22:41

Ear wax videos

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AlistairSim · 23/02/2018 22:41

How amazingly satisfying.

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