Gland Sulfuric

The sulfur gland (g. ceruminosa) is a secretory gland that is located in the external auditory canal of humans and many animals. They produce a lubricating fluid called cerumen or earwax.

The sulfur gland is part of our body's defense system and plays an important role in maintaining the health of our ears. It protects our ear canal from dirt, dust, germs and other irritants. In addition, sulfur gland moisturizes and softens the skin in the external auditory canal, preventing dryness and flaking.

Despite the fact that the sulfur gland performs important functions for our body, its excessive accumulation can lead to the formation of sulfur plugs. Earwax is an accumulation of sulfur mass in the external auditory canal, which can lead to hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness and other unpleasant symptoms.

To avoid the formation of wax plugs, it is necessary to regularly clean the external auditory canal of excess wax. This can be done using special ear care products or by contacting an otolaryngologist.

Thus, the sulfur gland is an important element of our body’s defense system, which performs important functions to maintain the health of our ear. However, to avoid possible problems, it is necessary to keep the external auditory canal clean and regularly remove excess wax.