EAR CANAL CARE
A Practical Medical Guide for PatientsBy MICHAEL SCHRÖCKENFUCHS
Length1h 39m
About this audiobook
HEALTHY EARS – BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE
A healthy ear canal is essential for good hearing, well-being and protection against infections. This practical guide explains clearly and simply how earwax is produced, why it plays an important protective role and how to care for your ears properly.
You will learn about the anatomy of the ear, proper cleaning techniques and common problems such as earwax buildup, infections and eczema. Special attention is given to swimming, diving, sports and noise exposure. A dedicated chapter discusses the use of hearing aids and in-ear headphones.
Audiobook details
GenreEducation and Learning, Health and Wellness
Length1 hr 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 18, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Medical Notice and Disclaimer
2A Small Miracle of Nature
3The Structure of Our Ear
42. The Ear Canal's Self-Cleaning Mechanism
53. Earwax (Cerumen): Formation and Function
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6Supporting self-cleaning
74. Proper Daily Ear Canal Care
85. Cotton Swabs and Risky Ear-Cleaning Methods
96. Ear Drops, Oils, and Professional Earwax Removal
107. Earwax Impaction and Hearing Loss
11Anatomical Changes
128. Ear Canal Eczema, Itching, and Inflammation
13Itching in the Ear Canal
14Hearing Aids
15How Earwax Affects Hearing-Aid Performance
16The Ear Canal – A Delicate Ecosystem
17How Do In-Ear Headphones Affect the Ear Canal?
18Can In-Ear Headphones Cause Ear Canal Infections?
19Ear Canal Eczema and Contact Allergies
20Not Only the Ear Canal – The Inner Ear Is Also at Risk
21When Is an ENT Examination Advisable?
22Hearing Protection Earplugs and Ear Hygiene – Good Hearing Protection Requires Healthy Ears
23What types of hearing protection earplugs are available?
24Special requirements for shooting sports and hunting
25Water in the Ear Canal
26Swimming Earplugs and Ear Canal Care – Sensible Protection or an Underestimated Risk?
27What Happens to the Ear Canal During Swimming?
28When Are Swimming Earplugs Useful?
29What Types of Swimming Earplugs Are Available?
30Swimming Earplugs and Earwax
31Proper Care of Swimming Earplugs
32How Should the Ear Canal Be Cared for After Swimming?
33Swimming Earplugs in People with Ear Canal Eczema
34Swimming Earplugs Are Not Diving Earplugs!
35Diving Ear Protection and Ear Canal Care – Protection Under Pressure
36The Ear During Diving – A Sensitive Pressure System
37Why Ordinary Earplugs Are Dangerous When Diving
38What Benefits Can Diving Earplugs Offer?
39Risks and Limitations of Diving Earplugs
40Earwax and Diving – An Underestimated Combination
41Conclusion: A Clear Ear Canal Is Important for Diving!
42Ear Canal Care in Infants and Young Children
43Mechanical Cleaning
44The ENT Specialist
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