Earache is a common cause of compacted earwax as it puts pressure on the eardrum and ear canals.

Commonly a phantom noise presenting as a ringing / buzzing or humming sound in one or both ears.

This can be a spinning / dizzy sensation that can affect your balance.

​Sensation of fullness in the ear is a common cause of compacted ear wax as it causes a change of pressure in your ear and surrounding anatomy.