FAQs: Rhinoplasty Patients

It is not unusual to have swelling and perhaps bruising, depending on the type of rhinoplasty. It may take about seven to 10 days for bruising to resolve.

Ways to Help Reduce Earwax Buildup

Rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide drops or irrigation can help reduce earwax buildup. But avoid putting any objects in the ears.

Earwax Prevention – FAQs

Most people do not need a regular schedule for preventing earwax buildup. Some people may need to have their ears cleaned at times.

Neck Mass Follow-up

A neck mass is an abnormal lump in the neck. A neck mass may be caused by infection, a benign tumor, or a cancerous tumor.

Neck Mass Examination under Anesthesia

Examination under anesthesia is performed by a surgeon to evaluate the back of your throat, voice box, the back of your nose, upper trachea (breathing tube) and upper esophagus (swallowing tube).

Neck Mass: What the Adult Patient Should Expect

A biopsy involves taking a sample of tissue from the neck mass, which is looked at under the microscope by a pathologist to make a diagnosis.

Dos and Don’ts of Earwax (Cerumen)

Earwax (cerumen) is normal. Earwax that does not cause symptoms or block the ear canal should be left alone.

FAQs for Adults with a Neck Mass

A neck mass may indicate a serious medical problem. It does not mean you have cancer, but it does mean you need more evaluation to make a diagnosis.