A buildup of earwax within the external auditory canal is ____.

A) cerumen impaction
B) otitis externa
C) otitis interna
D) otitis media
E) otosclerosis

Cerumen Impaction

A condition where earwax has accumulated in the ear canal to a point where it causes symptoms such as hearing loss or discomfort.

Otitis Media

An infection or inflammation of the middle ear, which is a common condition especially in children.

External Auditory

Pertaining to the outer section of the ear canal leading to the eardrum.