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4. How Can I Prevent Earwax?

You should not prevent earwax from forming altogether. Without earwax, the ear canal would be dry and itchy. However, you can take steps to prevent dangerous earwax buildup to unhealthy levels. The most important method of prevention is to avoid over-cleaning your ears. For the most part, ears are self-cleaning and do not need additional helpg. Stay away from using cotton swabs or other small instruments to clean your ears.

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