How long does it take for surgical wounds to heal?

Most surgeries will leave certain scars on the patient's body, especially surgical operations will leave scars on the patient's skin surface. Therefore, after the operation, the patient must pay attention to scar recovery to avoid problems such as scar hyperplasia. Because scars are prone to inflammation if they are not properly healed, which can lead to more serious consequences, so how long does it take for scars to heal after surgery?

1. How long does it take for the surgical wound to heal?

1.1. Generally, the healing time of surgery is 5 to 7 days.

1.2. The healing time of major surgical wounds is 10 to 12 days.

1.3. Ordinary injuries heal in 7 to 8 days

How great it would be if the incision was seamless and looked exactly like the original skin! But in reality, this is impossible. After surgery, a scar will form at the wound. Of course, scars will become softer over time, but the elasticity of those areas will always be less than before the operation.

2. What should be paid attention to in postoperative wound care?

2.1. Do not get the wound wet or dirty before it heals. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately and apply betadine.

2.2. After the operation, the doctor will apply cosmetic glue on the wound and then cover it with gauze. The gauze can be removed after 4 days, or immediately if it is damp. The cosmetic glue should be removed after about a week and replaced with ventilation paper tape.

2.3. After showering, tear off all the tape on the wound, wipe the wound dry (no need to apply medicine), and then stick two pieces of 3M breathable paper tape, 2.5 cm wide, along the wound.

2.4. The breathable paper tape must fit the wound flat and tightly to compress the scar to prevent it from becoming wider and thicker. Change it every 3 to 4 days. It can come into contact with water. After contact with water, use a dry towel to dry the surface. Apply one layer after one month and continue for 3 to 6 months.

2.5. If you experience allergic reactions when using breathable paper tape, such as rash, redness, or skin breakage, do not use it temporarily and continue using it after the symptoms improve.

3. What should I do if the wound becomes infected after surgery?

Wound infection can be treated with antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, cefaclor and other anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, when a wound infection occurs, the first thing we should do is to inspect the wound site and carry out anti-inflammatory work, especially to carry out bacterial culture of the exudate from the wound site, and to select antibiotics for targeted treatment based on the results of bacterial culture.

What to eat after surgery to make the wound heal faster

1. Supplement vitamins and fiber

Vitamins and cellulose can enhance the body's ability to resist infection. Vitamins A, C, and E can also promote wound healing, allowing the patient's body to recover faster after surgery. Watermelon, kiwi, melon, grapefruit, orange, persimmon, coconut water, mulberry, etc. are foods rich in vitamins and fiber. People who have undergone surgery should increase the intake of these foods so that the body can recover faster.

2. Protein Supplement

Surgery will cause a large loss of protein in the body, so you must pay attention to protein supplementation after surgery and eat more protein-rich foods, such as beans, fresh milk, eggs, etc. In addition, enzymes are also a special protein, which should be supplemented in time by postoperative patients. Eating some Retamin enzyme paste every day can help the body replenish enzymes, a special protein, balance the body's nutrient absorption, and enable postoperative patients to recover faster.

3. Supplement trace elements

The body's vitality is severely damaged after surgery, so the body should be supplemented with appropriate amounts of trace elements, especially zinc and potassium. Zinc is a medium in chemical reactions and plays an important role in promoting protein synthesis; potassium can maintain muscle excitement. It is easy to be deficient in potassium after surgery, leading to fatigue and weakness.

What foods can't you eat after surgery?

1. Fungus-induced hair growth

For example, shiitake mushrooms and mushrooms, whether fresh or dried, should not be eaten. These foods can easily aggravate skin sores and swelling.

2. Seafood

People who have just undergone surgery cannot eat seafood, such as common fish, shrimp, crabs, etc. These foods are prone to cause allergies. There will be wounds on the body after surgery, which will cause wound infection.

3. Vegetables that cause hair loss

Most vegetables are suitable for people who have just undergone surgery, but there are some exceptions, such as eggplant, pumpkin, mustard greens, Chinese mustard, spinach, etc.

4. Fruits that cause hair loss

Although peaches are good for the stomach, they are not suitable for people who have undergone surgery because they can easily cause skin ulcers. In addition, apricots and mangoes are not edible.

5. Tonic Food

Do not eat meat such as chicken, pork, goose, beef, mutton, dog meat, etc. These foods are hot in nature and may cause other complications after surgery. Patients with hepatitis, allergies, and kidney discomfort should not eat these foods.