Dr Phil Kieran: Ear wax is affecting my teenager's hearing

"Wax is produced in the ear canal to trap dirt and dust and protect the sensitive ear drum deeper inside."

"Ear wax can cause problems for a number of reasons, but, first, let’s examine what it is." Pic: iStock

My 15-year-old son’s ear wax build-up affects his hearing. I use a wax-softening product from the pharmacy to break it up. Is there anything else I can do?

Ear wax can cause problems for a number of reasons, but, first, let’s examine what it is.