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Tympanoplasty Discharge Instructions
Things to expect
- Oozing or light bleeding is normal for the first 1 - 2 days after surgery.
- Pain is normal and should be controllable with the pain medication provided by the doctor.
- Many patients will describe a popping noise in the operated ear directly after surgery, this is normal.
- Packing material may fall out of the operated ear, this is normal.
- Muffled hearing is normal. It will take 1-2 months for the middle ear packing to dissolve.
What to do
- Remove dressing (including the cotton ball if it is present) in 24 hours.
If drainage occurs, it is okay to use a cotton ball over ear canal with bandaid or use new gauze and an ear wrap.
- Keep the operated ear dry.
- Call Dr. York's clinic to make a post-operative appointment for three weeks after surgery.
- Call immediately if you experience loud ringing, severe dizziness, or facial weakness.
- Okay to shower after 48 hours. Place a cotton ball coated with Vaseline in ear when washing hair to keep ear dry.
- No strenuous physical activity until cleared by Dr. York.
When to call your doctor - (210)499-4589
- Heavy bleeding
- Uncontrolled pain
- Severe dizziness
- Fever > 101.5 F
- Facial weakness