Tips for quick recovery from plastic surgery
Plastic surgery is a complicated process and it needs proper care in post- surgery period for quick recovery. The article has discussed the dos and don’ts in post surgery period.
It is better to take a few days care before a patient can opt for joining back to his office. It is always good to have prior consultation with doctor.
It is better to take rest for a few days in its true sense. That is why apart from leave taken from house, you need to reduce your household activities as well.
Sometime in post surgery phase doctors ask to take some diagnostic taste to evaluate the medical condition of the patient in post-surgery period. However, the patients should not reluctant in these cases and should follow doctor’s instruction properly.
It is not possible for the patients perhaps immediately to drive; therefore, in post surgery period it is wise to arrange transport to help unwinding pressure from the patient.
It is better if somebody gets to accompany the patient at the place of operation and to stay with the patient for the first night after the surgery is executed.
It might be bothering for a patient to tell all his friends that he/she is going for surgery. In these situations it is easy to let them know that he/she is going for health check ups in a health clinic. It will be realistic approach to expect to look like same or slightly different after the surgical treatment over. This realistic approach will help in face the worse situation if anything happens likewise.
It is always recommended to get all the medications readily purchased, and some nearest relatives are to be aware about the emergency numbers in case the patient feels any problem in post-surgery period at home.
Those who hade undergone facial plastic surgery should apply crushed ice in a pouch on the bandage. It will help to get quick relief from pain, swelling, as well as chance of bruising.
It may take 48-72 hours to be fit after the session of plastic surgery. It is better to arrange for a care staff for this short period so that the patient should be at complete care. It will speed up the recovery process.
Frequent re-hydration is an authentic way to substantiate the loss of fluid due to this surgical process. It is good to take plenty of water and diluted fruit juice to replenish the lost body fluid for faster recovery and better health.
After having plastic surgery on neck or on head, it is recommended to keep head high up. The head elevation will help in speedy recovery as well as this posture will prevent fluid accumulation on the sore caused by the surgery and initiate better pain management.
What to anticipate after surgery
- Expect to look worse before you look better.
Nearly all cosmetic surgery procedures involve swelling and bruising. As swelling and bruising fades, you will begin to see your result. - If you had surgery on your face or neck, keep your head elevated for two to three days to minimize swelling and speed recovery. Do not underestimate the importance of elevation: keeping your head elevated will reduce your recovery time, whereas failure to do so will prolong it and may create disturbing asymmetries.
- Ask your doctor when you may shower, bathe, and wash your hair. Often this is allowed within a day or two of surgery.
- You will be able to return to work between three days and two weeks following most cosmetic operations,
depending on the procedure and your occupation. - Do not drive while you are taking pain medication because it will alter your judgment and delay your responses. Following most operations, you will be able to drive once you stop taking pain medication.
- Consult with your doctor before taking any vitamins or herbal medications which you may believe are harmless. Some of these medications may cause problems.
- You may resume exercise once your doctor allows it. Do not exercise before that time, even if you feel able. Exercise may worsen your swelling and confound your final result.
- Vitamin E is falsely perceived to minimize scar visibility. Whether taken in pill form or as a topical cream, there is no evidence that it improves scar appearance.
- Use extreme caution when exposing yourself to the sun following surgery. During the first year, protect all surgical sites with potent sun block (SPF 15-40).
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