Earwax Microsuction Removal
Ear wax microsuction is a highly effective method of removing excess ear wax that can cause problems such as deafness.
This quick and painless procedure involves using a suction device to gently remove the wax, providing immediate relief and restoring normal hearing. Say goodbye to your hearing problem with microsuction!
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How it works
A pharmacist uses a microscope and a low-pressure suction device to gently remove earwax from your ear canal.
Benefits
Microsuction is a quick procedure that doesn't use water, so it's cleaner and more comfortable than other methods. You can usually go home the same day and should notice an immediate improvement in your symptoms.
When it's used
Microsuction is recommended for people who shouldn't have water in their ears, such as those with a perforated eardrum, a history of thick ear discharge, or who have had ear surgery.
Aftercare
After the procedure, you should avoid strenuous activity for 1-2 days. You can take over-the-counter pain relievers if you experience any discomfort.
Side effects
Possible side effects include dizziness, discomfort, reduced hearing, infection, or trauma to the ear.
Who needs earwax microsuction?
Microsuction is used for people who should not have water in their ears, especially if they have:
- Any serious complications from a previous irrigation with water
- Had a middle ear infection (otitis media) in the last 2 months
- Had any form of ear surgery, apart from grommets, (if they been in the ear for less than 2 years) and the patient is no longer having ENT (ear, nose and throat) appointments. This does not include people who have had ear correction surgery
- A hole (perforation) in their ear drum or if there is a history of a mucous (thick) discharge from their ear in the last 2 years
- A cleft palate (repaired or not)
- A painful ear infection (acute otitis externa)
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Mark Peters
15/09/2026
Best pharmacy around. Highly recommended.
Charlotte Roberts
04/09/2026
Have form here for all my travel vaccines and had a great experience
joanna dyer
02/09/2026
Very friendly and extremely helpful when my partner had lost his prescribed tablets whilst we were on holiday. Much appreciated service .Thank you
Mark Lamb
01/09/2026
Had a blockage in my left ear ,went to see them for some advice and microsuction. Daisy sorted it out in 5 mins!! Fantastic service and advice. Have been a few times as I suffer from excessive ear wax. Highly recommend.Thamk you do much Daisy 😃
Alex Metcalfe
10/08/2026