Table 2 Baseline cerumen blockage symptoms – Ear specific symptoms
From: Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of a novel product for the removal of impacted human cerumen
Variable | Yes n (%) | No n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Decreased hearing | 15 (50) | 15 (50) |
Feeling of fullness | 12 (40) | 18 (60) |
Ringing or noises in the ear (tinnitus) | 12 (40) | 18 (60) |
Ear itching | 11 (37) | 19 (63) |
Water trapping or cracking noise after swimming or shower | 10 (33) | 20 (67) |
Ear irritation/discomfort | 3 (10) | 27 (90) |
Earache, tingling or pain | 1 (3) | 29 (97) |
Total = 30 ears from 19 participants | Â | Â |