There is no authoritative information on how long it takes for the scabs to fall off after middle ear cholesteatoma surgery, usually the scabs on the incision behind the ear will fall off in about 10 days. Patients are advised to take good care of the affected area and pay attention to diet after surgery.
At present, there is no clear clinical data to indicate the specific time for scabs to fall off after middle ear cholesteatoma surgery, and most patients’ incision scabs behind the ear will fall off in about 10 days. However, since each patient’s organism has certain differences, so the time of falling off the scab will be different, the specific time of falling off the scab should be based on the patient’s recovery speed, and it is not possible to specify the time of falling off the scab.
It is recommended that patients avoid letting the wound contact with water after the operation, and should ensure that the wound is clean and dry to prevent infection. Patients are advised to improve their diet, focusing on light, less spicy and stimulating foods, such as chili peppers, onions, ginger, etc.
Patients who have undergone cholesteatoma surgery should develop healthy lifestyle habits and follow the doctor’s instructions for regular checkups.