How to care after radical surgery for perianal abscess

After a radical surgery for perianal abscess, scientific and standardized care is required, including dietary adjustment, wound care and improvement of living habits, in order to accelerate wound healing, reduce the risk of recurrence and reduce the occurrence of complications. Patients can promote postoperative recovery by controlling diet, preventing infection and keeping the area clean.

1. Dietary adjustment promotes recovery of intestinal function after surgery

Patients should eat light and easy-to-digest foods after surgery, and avoid irritating foods and hard foods that irritate the intestines to reduce the risk of constipation and dry stools. For example, you can choose fiber-rich foods (such as green leafy vegetables, oats), high-protein lean meat and eggs, and drink enough water (6-8 cups of warm water per day). It is recommended to avoid spicy food, tobacco, alcohol and other irritants in the early postoperative period to prevent aggravation of local irritation. At the same time, you can choose probiotic products to help regulate intestinal flora and alleviate possible postoperative digestive problems.

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-Recommended staple foods include millet porridge, whole wheat bread, etc.

-Avoid nuts, peppers, and raw, cold, and hard foods from your diet.

2. Scientific care to prevent wound infection

Wound care after surgery is particularly critical. It is necessary to keep the area clean to avoid wound infection. It is recommended to use professional care solution or warm water for a sitz bath once a day (10-15 minutes), especially for cleaning after defecation. When changing the dressing, you should follow the doctor's instructions and use sterile dressings to cover the wound. Taking antibiotics can also be considered to prevent infection. For example, cephalosporins are commonly used after surgery, but they need to be taken under the guidance of a doctor according to the specific situation.

Pay attention to maintaining open drainage to prevent the wound from healing too quickly and forming new abscesses. If conditions permit, you can have regular follow-up visits, and a professional doctor will judge the recovery status to ensure healthy wound healing. If persistent pain, fever or abnormal secretions occur, you should seek medical attention in time to avoid the spread of concurrent infection.

3. Adjust your lifestyle to promote recovery

After surgery, patients should try to avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time to reduce local pressure on the anus, promote blood circulation, and help wound healing. They should also develop regular bowel movements and good hygiene habits, and moderately increase their daily activity (such as short walks) to help promote circulation and restore body functions.

For patients with constipation, they can take stool softeners (such as lactulose or polyethylene glycol) under the guidance of a doctor to prevent the wound from tearing due to straining during defecation. If the patient's job requires long periods of sitting or heavy physical labor, it is recommended to adjust the work form appropriately and carry out related activities after the body has fully recovered.

4. Importance of postoperative follow-up

Follow-up is a basic care after perianal abscess surgery, which can detect possible problems in time, especially residual infection or new abscess. The first 1-2 weeks after surgery is a critical period. Follow-up visits should be arranged according to the doctor's advice. Some wounds may require dressing changes or observation for up to several weeks. At the same time, cooperate with the doctor to use antibiotics and anti-edema drugs to ensure smooth recovery.

Kind tips

Postoperative care is not only a physical recovery process, but also a part of psychological adaptation. For the discomfort caused by surgery and the worry about recurrence, you should maintain a positive attitude, follow the doctor's advice, take scientific care, and avoid anxiety affecting recovery. If you experience any discomfort during postoperative recovery, you should seek medical help in time. Your health requires multi-faceted protection and care. Through scientific care and regular review, patients can recover as soon as possible and return to normal life.