Ear wax

I went deaf in one ear. I went to A &E because the NHS site says it's a medical emergency. The audiologist confirmed that it was a build-up of wax, but said that the NHS doesn't provide the service for clearing it out of the ear. So I paid for it at the local GP centre It's a private service that comes to the surgery.

Google “ Boots Ear Wax Removal “
Their service was first class.

We're very fortunate that our local GP practice still provides " irrigation" when required.

Our GPs no longer deal with wax, you have to go private. My DH paid £80 to the chap based at our opticians, and he needs a second appointment which will cost another £80. Thankfully he can afford it, but what do people do who can't?

My DH still has his done at the local Hospital every 6 months or so.
I know when he needs it done, as he becomes more hard of hearing. Tbh I'm surprised they still do it.

I live in London and few local chemists do it but I found one I think last year, and he did a very good job. I can't remember the cost but it wasn't over $65.

I had it done at home a few weeks ago by a former nurse who also gave me a hearing test. She charges £60. Money well spent as I now have the results of the test which I can share with my GP if I decide I want a referral to ENT for hearing aids.

You’ll just have to bite the bullet Whingey - it’s been a private treatment for years in some areas.

my Mum had it done recently and she said the relief was instant!

Yes, Chestnut my sister had this service at home and was very impressed.

If you can't get out there are people who will come to you. I have a local person who brings a large trolley and equipment to my place and does both ears for £50. Look for wax removal in your local area to compare prices.

I had mine cleared at a private clinic last year. It cost me £80 but they were severely impacted and it took three visits to finally clear the right one of the last stubborn bit of wax. It was £80 well spent.

Sorry, that’s at an opticians, not Specsavers.

I have to have it done at least three times a year, I pay a monthly scheme, it’s about £8/9.

I had mine done at our local chemist. They do class themselves as a "Community Pharmacy" and offer a huge range of services. All their certificates of competence are on the wall in the treatment rooms.

£40 per ear, excellent service, he was thorough and took his time. It's worth searching out the smaller chemists for these minor health treatments.

I see Specsavers are offering this service. Dh has not used them yet but worth considering. He last went to a private “shop”in town and paid about £65. He was happy with the results.