Cerumen impaction is a prevalent condition that can result in discomfort, hearing difficulties and, potentially, a broader impact on quality of life. The accumulation of earwax, a naturally protective ...

Smelly earwax can be caused by underlying issues like earwax buildup, swimmer’s ear, cholesteatoma, and ear infection.

Original Medicare (parts A and B) does not generally cover ear cleaning. However, if a person has an earwax impaction, Medicare Part B may cover its removal by ear irrigation if a doctor performs the ...