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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.
Wax normally comes out of the ear with the skin of the ear canal which grows from deep inside and moves to the outside over about 2 weeks. Or you can use an eyedropper to apply a few drops of baby oil, or mineral oil, or glycerin or hydrogen peroxide in your ear canal twice a day for several days.