PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL THE BELOW PRIOR TO SYRINGING/MICROSUCTIONING
If you choose to opt in for irrigation, I will assess your ear canals to make a judgement about whether syringing/microsuction is necessary and/or suitable for you. I may need to re-attend after further oiling at home, or you may be referred to your GP for further assessment.
I will NOT syringe/microsuction your ears if:
• Oiling has been ineffective, and your earwax is not soft enough to safely remove (olive oil drops should be instilled into the ear/s twice a day for at least a week prior to syringing/microsuction)
• You have suffered complications during or after previous syringing/microsuction
• You have had an ear infection in the last 6 weeks
• You have ever had ear surgery
• You have grommets or have had grommets removed in the last 18 month
• You have a perforation of your ear drum
• You have any discharge from your ear in the last year
• You have a cleft palate (whether repaired or not)
• You have pain in your ears or are found to have inflamed ear canals
• I do not consider the procedure necessary
I may not syringe/microsuction your ears if:
• You have tinnitus
• You have a healed perforation
• You are suffering from dizziness
1. Ear syringing/microsuction can encourage the production of earwax and can therefore make the problem worse
2. In a very small number of cases, syringing/microsuction of the ear can cause damage to the eardrum and/or irritation to the ear canal. Any damage can be temporary or permanent
3. Ear syringing/microsuction should not be painful. If you have any discomfort during the procedure, you MUST tell me immediately as this can be a sign of a problem. Failure to inform me of your pain can result in damage to the eardrum
4. Some people can feel unwell during or after the procedure. Symptoms can include dizziness, sweating, sneezing, coughing and nausea
5. There is a small risk of infection from ear syringing/microsuction. You should see your nurse practitioner or GP if you suspect you have an infection