Recurrent or chronic ear infections (swimmer’s ears)
Recurrent ear pain
Itchy ears
Dry/flaky skin/eczema of the pinna/ear lobes
Previous ear surgery like mastoid cavities
Blocked ears
Foreign body removal
Removal of wax after failed ear irrigation (commonly called ear syringing) or when ear irrigation is contraindicated (previous ear surgery, perforated ear drum, ear infections or dizziness as a result of previous ear syringing).
Removal of wax for cooperative young children who have impaired hearing