In recent months, we’ve seen a surge in bizarre video trends, including those featuring Dr. Pimple Popper and tonsil stone extractions. However, a new contender has emerged that may be even more unsettling: earwax removal videos. Yes, you read that right—earwax.
It’s a strange fascination, but millions of viewers are tuning in to watch the removal of earwax, often leading to a mix of disgust and intrigue. Before we delve into the astonishing view counts, let’s address a more pressing issue: the matter of earwax itself. If you’ve ever reached for a Q-tip, it may be time to reconsider that habit.
The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery advises against inserting anything into your ear canal. Although many find it satisfying to use a Q-tip to extract earwax, this practice often leads to more harm than good. Instead of cleaning, you’re likely pushing the wax deeper, potentially causing blockages that require medical intervention.
Some individuals may not experience any issues when using Q-tips, but that’s not the case for everyone. Factors such as age and ear shape can increase susceptibility to blockages, and the common thread among many cases of earwax buildup is, you guessed it, Q-tips.
This peculiar interest in earwax removal has led to a rise in viewership for certain medical professionals’ videos. For instance, Dr. Emily Carter from the Oakwood Medical Center has amassed millions of views with her informative yet slightly awkward earwax extraction videos. In one memorable clip, she helps a former student remove a significant blockage, leaving viewers both amused and a bit grossed out.
Watching large clumps of earwax being extracted can evoke a sense of relief, both for the patient and the viewer. I recall having an unpleasant ear infection in my youth that required a doctor to flush out my ear, and seeing the relief on my father’s face mirrored my own feelings of discomfort mixed with satisfaction when I witnessed some of these extractions.
If you’re feeling adventurous (or a bit nauseated), here are three of the most captivating earwax removal videos currently trending:
- Exploring Earwax Extractions for the First Time (30 Million Views): This BuzzFeed video features three individuals who agree to have cameras placed in their ears, revealing the often shocking reality of earwax buildup.
- Suction Clearance of Keratosis Obturan Under General Anesthesia (2.7 Million Views): In this medical procedure, a patient is put under anesthesia to facilitate the removal of impacted earwax. It highlights how serious earwax problems can become.
- The Most Massive Earwax Removed in One Scoop (4 Million Views): A woman undergoes a jaw-dropping extraction of a sizable earwax mass, prompting countless questions about how she managed to hear anything at all.
If you find yourself feeling a bit queasy after watching, you aren’t alone. These videos can be quite off-putting, but they serve as a reminder to avoid the overuse of Q-tips. The ear is designed to naturally expel wax, and all that is needed is a gentle cleaning of the outer ear.
For those who find it hard to resist the urge to clean their ears the old-fashioned way, perhaps revisiting some of these videos could offer that same sense of relief without the potential consequences of using Q-tips. If you’re interested in more health-related topics, check out our post on home insemination techniques at Home Insemination Kit. Additionally, if you’re looking to boost fertility, Make a Mom provides valuable insights and resources. For further information on pregnancy and home insemination, IVF Babble is an excellent resource.
In summary, the trend of earwax removal videos may be peculiar, but it highlights an important message about ear health. The ear naturally cleans itself, making the widespread use of Q-tips unnecessary and potentially harmful. So, before you grab that cotton swab, consider the videos you’ve watched and the advice from professionals.