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[–] ShitLord-Vader ago 

It's also because otologists recommend not to as you can damage the tympanic membrane, push wax further into the ear canal causing obstructions over time, or remove too much wax which is a protectant of the skin, leading to a few different possible conditions.

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[–] drakesdoom 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

So what are you supposed to use?

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[–] ShitLord-Vader ago 

I'm on mobile because I've been at work for 27 hours, here's the best I can get you right now. http://www.entnet.org/content/earwax-and-care

The only reason I know anything is because I worked for an otologist as her medical assistant for 5 months.