After the Surgery

The success of the surgery greatly depends on your collaboration. Carefully follow the following recommendations

  • Today, after your surgery, consume only a soft diet that may consist of fruit juices, soups, gelatin, consommé, fruits, and vegetables. The day after surgery, you may eat a normal diet, except for milk or milk-containing foods for two days.
  • If you experience vomiting, DO NOT stop consuming liquids. Drink cold water in small amounts every 5 minutes.
  • Follow the specific recommendations for your surgery.
  • The day after surgery, do not stay in bed. Get up as soon as you wake up and walk as much as you can. It is important to move your lower limbs to prevent blood clots. If you wish, you may remain seated in a comfortable chair and walk for at least 5 minutes every half hour.
  • Consume a large amount of fluids, preferably water, with a minimum of 6 glasses per day.
  • When going to the bathroom, ask for help from your companion and always leave the bathroom door unlocked.
  • Take your medications at the prescribed times, avoiding skipping doses.
  • If you were prescribed a medication to prevent blood clots, such as FRAXIPARINE, it should be administered at the same time each day for the indicated duration. Ensure that the pharmacy does not replace it with a similar medication.
  • It is possible that your bowel movement frequency may change, so it is recommended to consume fiber-rich fruits or seeds such as mango, tangerine, passion fruit, dragon fruit, and whole grain or bran bread. Constipation occurs due to a lack of water, so it is important to also drink the recommended amount of water.
  • Do not smoke or consume alcohol for one month after surgery. It is preferable to quit smoking altogether as it impairs healing.
  • Do not take ASPIRIN or medications containing acetylsalicylic acid, such as Alka-Seltzer or Sevedol, for 15 days after surgery.
  • Do not use “natural” medications such as Ginkgo Biloba, Ginger, Omega 3, Chia Seeds, Garlic capsules, or Vitamin E.

Warning Signs

If you experience any of the following symptoms, it is very important to contact Dr. Giovanny Alvarado immediately at +57 3174417430. Do not use WhatsApp in this case. Remember that we are available every day, at any hour, day or night.

  • Difficulty breathing or a feeling of chest tightness with shortness of breath.
  • Skin rashes or hives.
  • Difficulty swallowing food.
  • Fever, chills, or redness in any part of the body.
  • Severe pain in any part of the body.
  • Persistent dizziness or fainting, with or without loss of consciousness.
  • Pain or swelling in one or both legs.
  • Persistent constipation with or without abdominal bloating.

For any questions or concerns, you may contact Dr. Giovanny Alvarado directly at +57 3174417430.

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