Six Early Warning Signs of Hearing Loss
As widespread as hearing loss is in Salem and across Oregon, it can be difficult to recognize the symptoms. Since October is National Audiology Awareness Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to educate people on the early warning signs of hearing loss. Hearing Loss Isn’t Always Obvious How many people have hearing loss in the U.S.?…
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Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure to repair or reshape the nose. It can change the size, width and profile of your nose. It can smooth out depressions or bumps on the bridge, and fix an imperfect nasal tip (one that is too large, droopy or curves upward). Large or wide nostrils may be reshaped, and…
Willamette ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery
Post Surgical Instructions
Following surgery, there are steps you can take to speed up your recovery and prevent complications. Please select the link that applies to your procedure for tips and instructions. Pain Control Regimen Adenoidectomy Mastoidectomy Myringotomy & Ear Tubes Nasal Sinus Surgery Neck Node & Neck Dissection Parathyroidectomy Parotidectomy Septo Turbinoplasty Stapedectomy Submandibular Surgery Throat &…
Adenoidectomy
Post-Operative Instructions for Adenoidectomy Activity Level: Light activity and adequate rest are recommended for the first few days. Patients are encouraged to get up and walk around the house several times a day to maintain circulation in their legs. Children should be under close supervision by a responsible adult. Breathing Exercises and Walking: Every 15–30 minutes while…
Mastoidectomy
Post-operative Instructions for Mastoidectomy Rest: Plan to rest the evening after your operation. Even after minor surgery, you may feel drowsy or tired for a number of hours. You may also have fatigue, muscle aches and a sore throat for 1-2 days. Nausea and Vomiting: It is common to have 2-3 episodes of nausea and vomiting. If…
Myringotomy & Ear Tubes
Postoperative Instructions for Myringotomy and Ear Tubes Ear Drainage: Your ear may have some drainage in several instances: Please call us or your primary care physician for antibiotic ear drops. Oral antibiotics are rarely needed for ear drainage. The ear canal may need to be cleaned before antibiotic eardrops are applied. Please use the following procedure…
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