What are the symptoms of cerumen impaction in infants?

Cerumen embolism in infants can be characterized by itching of the ear canal, hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, vertigo, and discharge from the ear canal. Cerumen is a sticky fluid formation secreted by ceruminous glands in the ear canal. When too much secretion blocks the ear canal, it is called cerumen embolism, and the patient may experience itching of the ear canal, hearing loss, and tinnitus. If the cerumen presses on the middle ear, the patient will also experience dizziness and vertigo. If the secretion is not crusted, the patient will have a large amount of ear canal discharge, which is waxy and yellow in color, and needs to pay attention to timely cleaning and maintaining hygiene. In case of cerumen impaction, cerumen can be removed by a professional ENT doctor at the hospital. In case of secondary infection or affecting hearing, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to use medication.