Ear Surgery: Q&A
Ask a QuestionPain + Ear Surgery
I Have Heard that Otoplasty is Very Painful to Recover From, is this True?
I have heard stories from friends who have had this procedure and read online that an otoplasty is one of the most painful cosmetic procedures,...
15 doctor answers
Otoplasty Suture Complications
Had otoplasty 8 years ago. For a few years behind my ear has been red and swollen and bleeds when touched too hard. There is also drainage. I've...
9 doctor answers
What Happens when Otoplasty Stitches Are Left in Too Long?
I'm having my otoplasty stitches removed exactly 21 days after surgery. They're not infected, only a little sore. will removing them after...
5 doctor answers
Pain 4 Years After Otoplasty
Hi, I had an otoplasty done in one ear 4 years ago. Every now and the I get pain in the area where the fold was done, even though the pain has...
4 doctor answers
Hello, I Have Recently Had my Ears Pinned Back, Just Wanted to Ask About Pain?
Hello, I Have Recently Had my Ears Pinned Back, Just Wanted to Ask About Pain?
2 doctor answers
Surgery Was 3/5. Ear Pain Still Excruciating. Can I Do Anything to Help Lessen Pain ?
Surgery Was 3/5. Ear Pain Still Excruciating. Can I Do Anything to Help Lessen Pain ?
1 doctor answer
Ear Surgery Newsletter
Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest stories,
photos, and expert answers.