Myths About Earwax: What You Should Know
December 5, 2025
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Earwax (cerumen) is often misunderstood. Many people try to clean it unnecessarily, which can lead to ear problems. Here are
Dr. Seema Gupta, MBBS, MS ENT, DNB ENT, MRCS ENT (UK) is a highly qualified and experienced ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon with over 11 years of clinical expertise in managing a wide spectrum of ear, nose, throat, and head & neck disorders.
She currently practices at Signita Wellness Clinic and Highland Hospital in Thane as an ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon, and is also associated as a visiting consultant with several other hospitals across Thane.
She holds prestigious degrees and fellowships, including the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS ENT) in the United Kingdom, and is known for her commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care. She has expertise in endoscope ear surgeries, as well as endoscopic sinus and skull-Base surgeries.
Her areas of interest and specialization include:
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Tympanoplasty is a surgery to repair a hole in the eardrum. It helps restore hearing and prevents repeated ear infections.
Septoplasty is done to correct a deviated nasal septum(DNS). It improves airflow through the nose and helps relieve nasal blockage or breathing difficulty.
This procedure reduces the size of swollen nasal turbinates. It improves nasal breathing and helps control allergy or sinus symptoms.
Tonsillectomy is the removal of enlarged or infected tonsils. It is commonly done to reduce frequent throat infections or breathing issues during sleep.
Adenoidectomy is the removal of adenoids at the back of the nose. It helps relieve nasal blockage, snoring, and repeated ear or sinus infections in children.
Thyroid surgery is done to remove part or all of the thyroid gland, usually due to nodules, goitre, or suspected cancer. It helps restore balance in thyroid function or remove abnormal growths.
This surgery removes lumps or tumors from the parotid (salivary) gland near the ear. It is done with care to protect facial nerves and ensure safe removal of abnormal tissue.
Mastoidectomy is a procedure to remove infected or damaged cells from the mastoid bone behind the ear. It is often done to treat chronic ear infections and prevent their spread.
Our specialized ENT care focuses on accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for a wide range of ear, nose, throat, head and neck related conditions, with advanced technology and compassionate care.
Apart from the surgeries mentioned above, some other surgeries performed by her include-
Dr. Seema Gupta is a highly qualified ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon with over 11 years of clinical experience. She specializes in diagnosing and treating ear, nose, throat, thyroid, salivary gland, and head & neck conditions.
An ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as ear infections, hearing loss, sinus problems, allergies, throat issues, voice changes, snoring, sleep apnoea, thyroid disorders, and head & neck swellings.
Hearing loss can result from aging, prolonged exposure to loud noise, infections, genetic factors, or blockages such as ear wax. An audiometry test helps identify the cause and severity of hearing problems.
Earwax (cerumen) is often misunderstood. Many people try to clean it unnecessarily, which can lead to ear problems. Here are
Sinus problems are one of the most common ENT concerns, often leading to persistent headaches, nasal congestion, facial pain, and
Hearing loss is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and can impact communication, relationships, and overall quality of
Dr. Seema Gupta MBBS, MS ENT, DNB ENT, MRCS ENT(UK) is a highly qualified and experienced ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon with over 11 years of clinical expertise in managing a wide spectrum of ear, nose, throat, and head & neck disorders.
