DianeH Posted April 17, 2023 Report Share Posted April 17, 2023 Hello again. It’s been a week since my implant surgery and I’m having pretty rough headaches and surgery site pain behind my ear. Also I’m having sharp pains IN my ear. No vertigo or dizziness- YAY!!! I know and have been told by my doctor and my discharge instructions that this pain is normal. Pain meds aren’t really helpful (tried 2) and I’ve been icing which feels good. I’ve had many surgeries before; cancer twice and never complained - ever. I feel differently this time and need to “buck up”. I’m so excited about activation May 1, and hoping pain subsides soon. It’s wearing me out and making me sad. I truly am a positive Pollyanna warrior most of the time so I’m frustrated with myself. I know- PATIENCE!!! Any helpful hints regarding this is appreciated. Thanks so much in advance! Diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted April 17, 2023 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 17, 2023 @DianeH I am sorry your recovery from surgery is painful. Have you contacted your CI surgeon about the ear pain? Sometimes fluid from surgery can pool behind our eardrum. Definitely advocate for yourself with your surgeon. You know your body best. The only suggestion I have is to rest and to sleep with your head propped up or in a recliner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeH Posted April 17, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2023 Thanks so much. I saw him on Thursday and he said all looks good but I really didn’t discuss pain too much. My bad… I’ll try sleeping sitting up again. Was tough so I changed to side sleeping after 5 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted April 27, 2023 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 @DianeH Checking in to see how your recovery from surgery is going now. I hope you feel better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeH Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 How nice of you and many thanks! Yes, I am in great shape with very little discomfort at all as I am back to dancing the night away. My activation is Monday and I am very excited. Attached is a T-shirt and mouse pad that my friend sent me. LOL! I will definitely wear this Monday. Thanks again! Mary Beth and Kylie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted April 27, 2023 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 I am excited for you @DianeH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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