Plugged Up Feeling in Ear 12 Weeks After Mini-lift. What Can Cause This?

12 weeks post mini-lift, I often have a plugged up feeling in my right ear. No loss of hearing. My GP looked in ear canal & said all was normal (no blood, wax, etc) except for a slight bulging out of eardrum. Area around both ears is still numb and I have persistent pulling/tightness around both ears. Any ideas? Thanks so much.

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Carol99 in San Francisco

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Plugged Up Feeling in Ears 12 Weeks after Miniface Lift

If your surgeon has examined you and your ears and he or she is certain that there is no obstruction or problem with that ear, then this may get better with time. However, if your surgeon is not comfortable assessing this problem, see another surgeon who can. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Recovery and symptoms post mini face lift

At 12 weeks post mini face lift it is not unusual to have some of the issues you are describing - pulling/tightness/numbness around the ears. Most of these symptoms should resolve in the next few months. If your ears feel plugged and your eardrums are bulging, it could indicate a blockage of the eustachian tube. I suggest you see an ENT specialist -otolaryngologist - who would be able to evaluate and treat the problem. Best wishes.