If you often experience a ringing in your ears or hear sounds that no one else can, you're not alone. According to the U.S.

263,338 kids — about 34 a day — were treated for this type of trauma in US emergency rooms ... washcloth to clean the outer part of the ear canal as the wax is pushed outward.

Do not use cotton tip applicators (Q-tips), as this could cause trauma to the ear canal. "Cleaning your dog's ears is an essential part of maintaining their overall health and wellbeing," says ...