How long does it take to recover from hemorrhoid surgery?

How long does it take to recover from hemorrhoid surgery?

Because hemorrhoids are extremely painful, with frequent pain and blood in the stool, some people go to the hospital for surgery.

1. How many days does it take to recover after hemorrhoid surgery?

It takes one to three months for hemorrhoid patients to fully recover after surgery. The specific recovery time is related to the surgical method, postoperative care, personal physique, eating habits, living habits, etc. If band ligation is used, the hemorrhoid ring will generally fall off within a month. If it is a mixed hemorrhoid patient, it is treated by surgical incision and suture, and the dressing is changed regularly after surgery to prevent infection. The wound can heal in about two weeks, and it takes some time for the body to fully recover.

2. Precautions after hemorrhoid surgery:

1. Ensure smooth bowel movements

Generally speaking, the first bowel movement can be performed 24 hours after hemorrhoid surgery. Patients who have just completed surgery may feel some pain when straining to defecate, so they should pay attention to drinking plenty of water within 24 hours after surgery. Drinking honey water, vegetable juice, fruit juice, etc. appropriately can effectively prevent constipation and reduce the pain of the first bowel movement.

2. Take a sitz bath after defecation

Because the anus has many wrinkles, it is difficult to wipe it clean with paper after defecation, so after hemorrhoid surgery, you should take a bath after each bowel movement to prevent infection. You can take a bath with warm water or potassium permanganate solution.

3. Less activity, more rest

If the wound after hemorrhoid surgery is large, it is best to exercise less and rest more before the wound heals, so as to avoid wound edema caused by friction during exercise, which will affect the wound healing time. Even if the wound heals, do not ride a bicycle for a long time within three months to avoid excessive friction and cause the wound to bleed again.

4. Good eating habits

Hemorrhoid patients should pay attention to a light diet after surgery. They can eat more fruits and vegetables, drink more water, and avoid spicy and greasy foods. It is best to eat less dry food, which can ensure smooth bowel movements and reduce defecation pain.