I had my otoplasty done a week ago and I first noticed this numb on the incision behind My left ear. I’m not sure if it’s a reaction to the sutures or what, but I’m just making sure it’s nothing serious. Thanks for any help!
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Hi there and thank you for your interest. The shape of your ears has been changed during surgery. Very often, an additional suture is placed to bring the ear closer to the head. The headband is meant to protect your ears, especially when sleeping at night. Wearing the head band will make sure,...
Please allow for about 6 months to pass before assessing your results. It is possible that swelling is hiding your results. Once the swelling has gone down you can talk to your surgeon about your concerns should they still exist.
It appears that a suture or stitch has poked through your skin after the surgery. I would advise you to see your plastic surgeon so that she/he can remove the suture. This is not uncommon. Good luck!