Cholesteatoma-type otitis media is clinically called a middle ear cholesteatoma and may present with dizziness and headaches early after surgery.
Cholesteatoma of the middle ear is a cystic structure located in the middle ear and is mainly treated by surgery. Dizziness and headache in the early postoperative period is usually a normal phenomenon. It is considered to be caused by local inflammation and irritation, or the cholesteatoma may invade the tissues that manage the balance of sensation, and it will take a certain time to recover after the repair is done during the surgery.
After middle ear cholesteatoma surgery, try to keep the side lying position, so that the operated ear is facing upwards, to avoid pressure on the wound causing pain. Pay attention to change the medicine on time and carry out anti-infection treatment to avoid local infection. Patients should pay attention to rest, relaxation, early appropriate diet of liquid food, minimize chewing action.
If the symptoms of dizziness and headache are not relieved for a long time, the cause can be further identified under the guidance of the doctor.