What are the general instructions and follow-up care?
An appointment for a follow-up ear check-up should be made 10 to 14 days after the procedure. At this visit, the position and function of the tubes will be assessed. Usually, two different types of ear drops will be given to you the day of surgery. Cortisporin ear drops (or its generic equivalent) are to be used immediately after surgery for three days (3-4 drops each ear 3 times per day). If there is drainage from the ear after three days, continue to use the drops until the day before your office visit or as per doctor’s instructions. Discontinue these drops if they cause severe pain or a skin rash develops. You may substitute sulfacetamide/prednisolone (Vasocidin) drops if any of these problems develop. Vasocidin drops are used in the ear if water accidentally enters the ear canal. This will help prevent water contamination related ear drainage. Vasocidin drops are actually an eye medication, but are prescribed as a safe medication for the ears. Both drops should be warmed by holdin
