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boytaro Thongbun / 500px via Getty Images So what’s the best way to clean our ears? And is using a cotton swab (or Q-Tip, the name brand that has become synonymous with the soft, fuzzy little ...

So what’s the best way to clean our ears? And is using a cotton swab (or Q-Tip, the name brand that has become synonymous with the soft, fuzzy little tool) really as problematic as we’ve been told?

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So what’s the best way to clean our ears? And is using a cotton swab (or Q-Tip, the name brand that has become synonymous with the soft, fuzzy little tool) really as problematic as we’ve been told?

While it’s perfectly OK to clean the outer ear when wax gets unruly, it’s important to resist the urge to reach for Q-tips or other cleaning devices. Most healthcare professionals advise ...