What can I expect after cholesteatoma treatment?

What can I expect after cholesteatoma treatment?

You will need monitoring from an ear, nose and throat specialist for a long time. Care may include:

• Ear exams and hearing tests to check for signs of new ear cholesteatomas.
• Ear washing (debridement) to remove skin cells and other tissue build-ups.

If the cholesteatoma comes back, you will likely need another surgery. It’s not uncommon for people to need many surgeries throughout their lifetime.