👉 Earwax, also known as otitis externa, is a natural defense mechanism of the body against infection. It is composed of white or yellow fluid that covers the outer ear and helps to protect the inner ear from foreign substances like dust, pollen, and other irritants. Earwax can be shed at night by the eardrum when it's not in use. The process involves breaking down dead cells and removing them from the ear canal through a process called "breaking." This can