Tympanic membrane puncture surgery

The eardrum is very important to our ears. Sometimes hearing loss may be caused by damage to the eardrum. After the eardrum is damaged, people usually choose to treat it through surgery. So how long does it take to recover from tympanocentesis? How to care for it after the operation and what things need to be paid attention to after the operation? Let the editor lead everyone to learn about it.

How long does it take to recover from a tympanocentesis?

After the tympanic membrane is punctured, a small hole the size of a needle tip will be left on the tympanic membrane, which usually closes in 3-7 days. It does not induce otitis media. Before the perforation is closed, care should be taken to keep the ear canal clean and prevent water from entering. You can wash your hair, but avoid getting dirty water into your ears.

What to pay attention to after eardrum puncture

1. Patients who have undergone tympanic membrane puncture surgery must pay attention to ear cleanliness, reduce the frequency of going out during the recovery period, or cover their ears with clothes when going out. Prevent dust and bacteria from entering the ear and causing eardrum infection. The eardrum is fragile and sensitive after tympanostomy. During the recovery period, the patient should not run or jump, do not engage in strenuous activities, carry heavy objects on the shoulders or in the hands, or avoid overly strenuous activities. Because the ear muscles are pulled hard, the eardrum will be torn. Don't sneeze forcefully or rub your nose.

2. The wound has not fully healed after membrane puncture surgery and requires some time to rest and recover. Patients should try not to go to noisy and loud places such as KTV, concerts, and so on. Avoid sharp sounds that may stimulate the eardrum, which is not conducive to recovery. Patients who have undergone surgery to rupture a tympanic membrane must eat a healthy diet while recovering. Don't eat too greasy, spicy or other irritating foods. Excessive use may cause recurrence of the disease. You should eat a light diet and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, among which mustard greens, celery, water spinach, shepherd's purse, etc. are the best.

The above is the editor’s answer to how long it takes to recover from tympanocentesis, and relevant methods are given. The eardrum is very fragile. Patients should take good care of themselves after the operation. They should avoid going to noisy places to avoid irritation to the eardrum caused by excessive noise. They should go out less and exercise less. They can eat more of the foods listed in our information.