Headband is too tight? Should I switch to something else?

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I had otoplasty 3 days ago and I'm now wearing a stretchy cloth headband that was provided my PS. I'm not sure if it's too tight or its supposed to feel like some pressure. The pain isn't awful its more of an annoying throbbing and I feel like the headband is rubbing my ear. Should I switch to something else that isn't so tight?

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Contact your surgeon so that he can evaluate your headband.  He will need to see it in case any changes are needed.  Best wishes!

James E. Leake, MD (retired) · Answer

after otoplasty, i only use the headband when you are sleeping so you will not bend the ears back, if you roll over on them at night. and yes, a headband can be too tight. it can cause abrasions on your ear and overcorrect the positioning of the ear against your head. with or without the headband, the ears may be throbbing or achy. talk to your surgeon's office and tell them your concerns.

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