Myringoplasty
Home Care Instructions Following Myringoplasty
Normal Post-Operative Complaints
Patient May Have:
1. Bloody or watery drainage from the ear for one to two days
2. Noises (popping, crackling) in the ear
Call the office if you notice any of the following:
1. Drainage from the ear for more than 3 days
2. Drainage with odor from the ear
3. Fever greater than 102 degrees not relieved by Tylenol
4. Pain not relieved by pain medicine
5. Dizzy sensation
Activity Restrictions:
1. No nose blowing/sneeze with mouth open
2. May return to school next day. No PE or contact sports for 2 weeks
3. Can bathe/shower next day as long as ear is protected from water
4. No water in ear until the ear is completely healed
5. No swimming for 2 weeks. Use earplug for swimming after 2nd week
6. No flying for 2 weeks
Thomas M. Andrews
M.D.
Dr. Andrews specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders of children and adolescents. His accreditations include Florida State Medical License and Ohio State Medical License. He is also a board member of the National Board of Medical Examiners and American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery