What to eat after perianal abscess surgery

The diet after perianal abscess surgery should be light and easy to digest. Avoid irritating foods, eat more vegetables and fruits rich in fiber, and drink plenty of water to promote wound healing and prevent constipation. A reasonable diet is an important part of postoperative recovery and is directly related to the patient's recovery effect.

Liquid foods such as millet porridge, rice soup, and egg custard should be given priority in the early postoperative period, which can reduce the intestinal burden and avoid pain caused by forceful defecation. After the wound gradually heals 3-5 days after surgery, you can gradually transition to semi-liquid foods such as soft noodles, minced meat porridge, chicken soup, etc., and supplement high-quality protein to speed up tissue repair. As you recover, you can add high-fiber foods such as broccoli, apples, and oats to help soften the stool and prevent constipation. In addition, you must reduce the intake of spicy and irritating foods and alcohol, which may aggravate local inflammation and hinder wound healing.

To speed up recovery, patients should eat moderate amounts of food at each meal, eat easily digestible foods, and avoid greasy, heavy-tasting foods. It is also recommended to eat regularly, drink 6-8 glasses of water a day, and do 30 minutes of gentle exercise such as walking every day to promote smooth gastrointestinal motility. If abdominal distension or persistent discomfort occurs after surgery, you should communicate with your doctor in time to adjust your diet or receive further treatment. Being patient during recovery and following a healthy diet is the key to protecting and promoting physical recovery.