" What’s That You Say…? Ear wax build up is one of the more common causes of partial hearing loss, but it can also cause a sense of vertigo, itching, ringing in the ears, coughing and in some cases pain. In most cases, your ears are self cleaning. However, if you experience any of the above symptoms, it may be time to get your ears cleaned by a physician. Fortunately, this build up is treatable ...