Noise, screeching, buzzing, crackling - if your child signals that he or she is hearing strange sounds, let's not bagatelle it. Tinnitus is often a consequence of excess earwax.

The wax build-up forms a pus that narrows the lumen of the ear canal. There may be an itching, burning or stinging sensation that accompanies the noise. In children, noise and crackling in the ear can also indicate the presence of a foreign body - worms, peas, beans, blocks. Yes, these types of foreign bodies do find their way into children's ears. Noises and crackles can also indicate a progressive infection and accompany a cold, for example.

Treatment of tinnitus always requires a diagnosis - so it is necessary to make an appointment for your child to see an ENT specialist. The paediatric ENT specialist will carefully examine the hearing organ and assess whether the cause of the trouble is mundane. It may be that an ear wash is sufficient to get rid of intrusive sounds in the ear. If the cause is different, the doctor will recommend an appropriate treatment method.

Remember, never underestimate the symptoms reported by your child. In addition, never try to remove anything from the ear yourself or clean it with unsuitable instruments - you could do more harm!