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When can you use q-tips after ear surgery?

I am a 38 year old female. I want to know when can you use q-tips after ear surgery?

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Hello. It depends on the exact ear procedure. With otoplasty or ear tacking, you can use a Q tip immediately. If it’s internal ear surgery, no Q-tip can be used. If you have any further questions or inquiries please visit my website at Drroya.com. Good luck!
You did not specify as to the surgery. It can be of the external ear or of the ear drum and and the ear bones. However, just be sensible and do not injure the surgery with a Q tip. You usually do not have to use Q tips period. If you do, make it 2-3 weeks after at a minimum.