What should I pay attention to after the puncture surgery of breast cyst

After the puncture surgery for breast cysts, you need to pay attention to avoiding infection of the affected area, reducing pain and promoting recovery, including regular follow-up visits, paying attention to wound care, adjusting diet and lifestyle habits, etc., to ensure good postoperative recovery and prevent recurrence.

1) Wound care: The wound after puncture surgery is usually small, but it still needs careful care. Avoid getting the wound wet within 24 hours after surgery to avoid infection. Use medical alcohol or iodine to clean the wound locally every day, and change the dressing according to the doctor's instructions. If the wound is found to be red, swollen, exuding, or the pain is aggravated, seek medical attention in time.

2) Control exercise and activity: After surgery, strenuous activities should be minimized, especially excessive use of the upper limbs, because the breast is located close to the pectoralis major muscle and surrounding ligaments. Excessive exercise may cause wound stretching or delayed recovery. Avoid strenuous exercise or lifting heavy objects within one week.

3) Diet adjustment: Adjusting your diet can promote wound recovery and reduce the risk of cyst recurrence. Eat more foods rich in protein and vitamin C, such as eggs, fish, tomatoes, broccoli, etc., to help tissue repair; avoid spicy, greasy and overly irritating foods to reduce inflammatory reactions.

4) Psychological adjustment and emotional control: Although breast cysts are common benign lesions, some patients may suffer from psychological pressure. They need to maintain an optimistic attitude and avoid anxiety and tension, because long-term psychological pressure will affect endocrine balance, which may increase the risk of cyst recurrence. If necessary, you can seek psychological counseling or communicate with family and friends to relieve your emotions.

5) Regular follow-up: A follow-up visit is usually required within 1-2 weeks after surgery to further evaluate the recovery, check for recurrence of cysts and other breast problems. At the same time, regular breast ultrasound examinations and follow-up visits as recommended by the doctor can help detect potential problems and deal with them early.

Postoperative care for breast cysts directly affects wound healing and prognosis. Patients need to strictly follow the doctor's advice for postoperative care, especially focusing on wound care and regular follow-up. Early detection and early treatment are the key. At the same time, a reasonable diet and regular work and rest schedule should not be ignored, which will help restore overall health and better prevent cyst recurrence.