What exactly is an erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)? Find out in this lesson as we discuss the definition and normal range of an erythrocyte sedimentation rate as well as how it is done. Joint Pain
Ear wax performs the function of providing some protection against water. It also carries bacteria with it out of the ear canal. So by protecting the skin in the canal from water and by carrying away bacteria, ear wax can help prevent infections of the ear canal. Ear wax performs the function of providing some protection against water. It also carries bacteria with it out of the ear canal.
is inherited. The wet wax is common in western Europe and contains about 50% fat. Dry wax is common in Asia and contains about 20% wax. How does earwax get out? Your jaw joint forms one third of the ear canal. As you chew or talk, the joint moves the skin of the canal, slowly pushing the wax out and taking trapped debris with it. This wax falls out at random. So it is natural and expected to have flakes of ear wax drop out of your ear canal. Why does wax build up? Earwax is necessary and good. It can build up though blocking the ear canal and causing hearing loss, infection or pain.