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What is Stapedectomy Recovery like?

Hearing Loss | Last Active: 3 days ago | Replies (47)
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@shanb

Hello. Had failed stapedectomy on December 23. There was a concern after surgery that I had underdeveloped stapes and a total stapedectomy was preformed. Was sent home with antibiotics and 5 days prednisone. Could not hear anything, thought this was normal due to swelling and packing. Had packing removed on January 11th and had hearing test could not hear anything and was sent home with 10 day prednisone. Has been no improvement and getting intense unbearable tinnitus. I need help this is unbearable and I can’t take it. It worse if I walk or weird sounds like running water. Any suggestions? I can’t do this.

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Julie, Volunteer Mentor | @julieo4 | Jan 16, 2023

You CAN do this. I encourage you to learn a few stress management techniques, particularly breathing exercises. Take a deep breath and let it out slowly. While so doing, focus on something positive you see or shut your eyes and imagine something positive. Google 'rhythmic breathing' or 'box breathing' for more information.

I hope the Prednisone works for you. If it doesn't, talk to your medical providers about the possibility of a cochlear implant. It helps to talk to another person who has gone through this. If there's an HLAA chapter in your area, do connect with them. http://www.hearingloss.org/chapters

Is this issue single sided or bilateral?

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barrywendy | @barrywendy | Jul 4 8:36pm

I had a failed Stapedectomy Dec 7, 2024. I woke up with tinnitus and still have it along with stuffed ears, my voice sounds tinny, some sounds are too loud. The things i enjoyed going to restaurants are painful now. So much anxiety, terror. Not sure how manage. Anyone else suffering through this?

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