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What is Stapedectomy Recovery like?

Hearing Loss | Last Active: Jan 25 5:21pm | Replies (36)

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@bettina68

Hi vic83. I just had a stapedotomy this morning. Surgeon said I repeated word he whispered in my ear (I remember repeating but thought he said out loud so my good ear heard). I’m at home but I can’t hear on the bad side. When packing comes out will that make a difference?

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Replies to "Hi vic83. I just had a stapedotomy this morning. Surgeon said I repeated word he whispered..."

Packing no doubt blocking sound like an ear plug. I could hear better immediately as I recall, don't remember if before or after packing. Then I was left with just nerve loss of hearing. Good luck!
"Stapedectomy or Stapedotomy? What's the Difference? Compared to a stapedectomy, a stapedotomy includes the use of a laser to make a precise hole (fenestration) in the stapes footplate. While a stapedectomy typically removes the entire stapes footplate and has it replaced with a micro prosthesis."