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I had my stapedotomy done December 2017. I was cleared a few weeks back to go back to my running. I want to try out a new hobby e.g. ocean swimming. Can anyone tell me how soon after this op one can swim in the pool with getting the ear wet. Thank you.
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anne05078 annelieZA
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Can't you use ear plugs for swimming, just to protect
m21657 annelieZA
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I'm in the same boat. Had my Stapedectomy 16 days ago and I can't wait to get back to running. 2 more weeks. I would call/email your doctor for swimming in the ocean question though. Many Drs do the surgery differently and the healing process varies. For myself, I had the surgery under general, my hearing increased five fold when I awoke. The bandage (cotton in ear) came out the following day. Dr told me to tilt my head down on the op ear side when I take a shower the next day. Crusty blood was out of the ear completely within 5 days. I was told that complete healing takes 2-4 months. And if you are like me, the improvement in hearing has been significant/drastic and I don't want to have a neg. impact. that is within my control. I see the doctor in 2 weeks for testing and have high hopes. I know this didn't answer your question but I thought I would give you my two cents. TTFN
anne05078 m21657
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This will help prevent water getting into your ears. I always do this with suffering
ETD when washing my hair and showering.
Anne