Comments on: What to Expect from Cholesteatoma Surgery

By: Rocaya Macmod

Rocaya Macmod — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:27:43 +0000

In reply to Melanie. God lead me to your page while looking for cholesteotoma procedure. I had ear infection in 2021 and my ENT suggested surgery but I was scared. After 3 years I got discharges of blood to be exact February 4th, 2025. Went to urgent care and waiting to see ENT tomorrow which is the 11th of February 2025. Million thanks for sharing your daughter’s surgery. I am 72 yrs old praying that the recovery will be fast. God bless us all. Indeed health is wealth .

By: Melanie Walsh

Melanie Walsh — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 21:35:22 +0000

In reply to Theresa Comilla.

Hi Theresa! I remember the doctor spelling out cholesteatoma for me so I could share it with my husband. I had never heard of it either. I hope your little one is doing well post-surgery. If you ever want to chat with someone, feel free to email me at melanie@clementinecounty.com. Sending lots of well wishes to your family!

By: Theresa Comilla

Theresa Comilla — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 02:04:03 +0000

Thank you for taking the time to blog! My eight year old just went into surgery last week for cholesteatoma. I had never heard of this prior to this summer. He will need to undergo a second surgery next year. The whole process is scary, but I have been truly impressed and amazed at the things they can do and sure have learned a lot about the ear in the mean time.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 17:53:00 +0000

In reply to Karna.

So sorry you’re enduring this. Kids recover so quickly, and I’m sure your little one will do great. Please reach out if you have any questions or just need someone to talk to! My email address is Melanie@ClementineCounty.com. My daughter can help answer questions too if you’d like a kid’s perspective.

By: Karna

Karna — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 17:16:54 +0000

Thank you do much for your information and walk with this. My 9 year old just got diagnosed and we see t bugs surgeon next week. My fears and worries are strong. Your information af least let me know a little of what to expect.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 20:13:51 +0000

In reply to Summer. Hi Summer! Sending lots of quick recovery well wishes your way. I can share our experience, but your hospital may run things a little differently. Upon arriving, we checked in and were admitted to the hospital. There were some routine tests, like blood pressure, temperature, weight, etc. My daughter was given a bed in the surgical unit. My daughter played on her iPad while we waited. We met with the doctors and then she was prepped for surgery. She got to stay in her clothes (comfy is a good choice), but wore a cap to keep her hair out of the way. She was given some medication to make her comfortable and an IV. She doesn't remember the last minutes before heading in for the procedure, probably because of the anesthesia. My daughter has had tubes put in her ears twice, so she knew the waiting was boring. Like your son, she was nervous so the iPad helped give her something to keep her mind off of things. Please let me know if I can help answer any questions.

By: Summer

Summer — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 14:37:20 +0000

My son has surgery this week. He wants to know what to expect from arriving at the hospital to anesthesia.Would you mind sharing the beginning of your surgery day experience? He’s 15, and super anxious! Thank you so much !

By: Melanie

Melanie — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:15:15 +0000

In reply to Megan.

I’m so glad your found us. We are five months out from surgery and my daughter is doing great! Please feel free to email me at melanie@clementinecounty.com if I can help answer any questions.

By: Megan

Megan — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 02:48:59 +0000

Thank you so much for sharing your daughters experience! My seven year old daughter is going through the same ordeal and heads to surgery in two weeks. I am a nervous wreck, this did help to ease my fears.

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Hearing after Cholesteatoma Surgery | Clementine County — Sat, 01 Jul 2017 01:53:14 +0000

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