Scabs, ear wax and eye crusts might sound, and even look, gross but they do essential work keeping our bodies clear of infection
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Ear wax, or cerumen, is a naturally occurring substance produced in the ears of many mammals, including humans. Despite popular beliefs about its uncleanliness, it helps keep our ears clean by filtering…
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Honorary, Audiology and Speech Pathology, The University of Melbourne
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Head of Ear and Hearing Health, The Kids Research Institute Australia, Curtin University
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