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Is Minor Bleeding and Headache Normal After Ears Pinned Back?

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matthew in adelaideSep 25, 2011

My son had his operation on Friday to have his ears pinned back. He has had some minor bleeding from his ears and a headache is this normal?

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Dr. Philip Young, MD
Dr. Philip Young, MD
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Dr. Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Dr. James McMahan, MD (retired)
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