Many people suffer with allergies throughout the year and may have noticed problems with earwax more than usual. Allergies do not directly cause an earwax buildup, however, they can contribute to this. This is due to the inflammation and built up mucus in your nose and around the ears, which can trigger a build up of earwax.
When you have allergies, your body can react and cause swelling in the ear canal which can slow down the movement of earwax and lead to a build up. This can then trigger uncomfortable symptoms such as muffles hearing, pressure and itching of the ears.
Allergies can also trigger your body to create extra mucus, which can cause the small passages in and around your ears to become blocked ab unable to drain efficiently. All this can make people who suffer with allergies more likely to have a build up of earwax than those people who don’t suffer with allergies.
Another symptom when you have allergies is the constant urge to itch, whether that be you nose, eyes or ears. Itching your ears can push the wax deeper into your ear canal making it more likely for your ears to become blocked.
By managing your allergies, you can help reduce earwax buildup. Taking your allergy medication can avoid these triggers and keep your sinuses clear which will help with your ear health. However, if you feel your symptoms become unmanageable then it’s advisable to see a medical professional for further guidance.
