Question 1

how can you prevent infection after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Wash hands.: Assuming some sort of incision was made during the surgery, the most basic thing you can do is make sure you and whoever is taking care of you washes their hands frequently and thoroughly.  What we don't want happening is to have any germs get into those incisions and cause bad things to happen.  Also listen to your doctor's advice about physical therapy and avoiding tobacco.

Question 2

what are some ways to prevent scarring after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Improving scars: Scars cannot be prevented but there are things that can be done to minimize them. The way the surgery was done helps, and taping the area for about 6 weeks also helps. Scar creams may help, but most don't do much beyond what the scars would do on their own over time. Vitamin e for scars does nothing according to clinical trials.

Question 3

does exercise or good diet keep adhesions from forming after surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: Adhesion formation has more to do with the type of surgery performed and the body's immune response to inflammation;  one cannot control adhesion formation by diet or postoperative activity.

Question 4

do perioneal adhesions go away? and if so after surgery do they appear right away or months from the surgery

Accepted Answer

Adhesions : Adhesions are inflammatory bands that develop after surgery. The adhesions typically develop within days. They do not go away and  typically cause symptoms by causing bowel obstruction. For some people this is never. However the obstruction can develop months or even years after the initial procedure.

Question 5

any way to prevent canker sores after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Canker sores: Canker sores can be treated, but are difficult to prevent, because the exact cause of canker sores (aphthous ulcers) is unknown. They appear on the lips, tongue and inside of the mouth. Causes may include stress, irritation from a sharp object like a chipped tooth, acidic foods, and an underlying systemic disease.

Question 6

what are some ways to prevent vomiting after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends on surgery: best to talk to the surgeon but anti nausea meds, early but gentle feeding, ambulation / mobility after surgery, avoidance of infection, etc are a few basic things.

Question 7

please help! what is the best way to avoid abdominal adhesions after surgery?

Accepted Answer

There is no way now: Currently, there is no known way to reduce abdominal adhesions after intra-abdominal operations. There are a variety of films and fluids that can be used during surgery, but there effectiveness is not 100% in terms of how many patients benefit, and how much of a benefit is derived. Walking and moving around is generally a good thing after surgery, and may help as well. Hope this helps!

Question 8

how do you prevent blood clots after surgery for cancer?

Accepted Answer

Limit risk: Depending on you risk, your doctor may make recommendations. You should remain active and not sedentery. The more time spent in bed, the higher the risk of blood clots. Compression stockings also decrease risk. The risk remains for about 3-4 weeks after surgery.

Question 9

what's the most effective way to prevent an oxycodone addiction after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Addiction: Be truthful about your nature. Do you have an addictive personality ? If so, add adjuvant non- opioid analgesics to your remedy. Also, tell your pharmacist to fill only a fraction if your rx.

Question 10

can adhesions cause distention in the gut?

2) when do adhesions usually form after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Adhesions: Yes. Adhesions are one of the most common causes for bowel obstruction. The adhesions develop typically within days after surgery.

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