Blocked ears are more common than you think — and most people put up with the symptoms for far too long before seeking help. Here are the five most common signs that you need professional microsuction ear wax removal.

1. Muffled or reduced hearing

If sounds feel distant, quiet or like you are listening through cotton wool, ear wax build-up is often the cause. This is one of the most common symptoms and usually resolves immediately after microsuction treatment.

2. Ringing or buzzing in the ear (tinnitus)

A persistent ringing, buzzing or humming in one or both ears is often linked to excess ear wax pressing against the eardrum. Many patients find their tinnitus significantly improves or disappears completely after ear wax removal.

3. A feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear

That uncomfortable sensation of something being stuck in your ear, or a feeling of pressure or fullness, is a classic sign of impacted ear wax. It can be distracting and uncomfortable throughout your day.

4. Earache or itching

Ear pain and persistent itching inside the ear canal can both be caused by hardened ear wax. Resist the urge to use cotton buds — they push wax deeper and can cause damage. Microsuction safely removes the wax without touching the eardrum.

5. Difficulty hearing on phone calls

Struggling to hear clearly during phone or video calls, even with volume turned up, is a strong indicator of blocked ears. Most patients are amazed at how much clearer calls sound immediately after their appointment.

Book your appointment today

Clean Ears Direct offers professional microsuction ear wax removal at our Enfield Town clinic (open 7 days), our new Hammersmith clinic opening 1st July at 150 Hammersmith Road W6 7JP, and our Epping clinic opening in August. No GP referral needed. Just £70 for both ears. Book at cleanearsdirect.com or call 07985339115.