How to change the dressing after circumcision surgery: Detailed guidelines and precautions
Foreskin surgery (circumcision) is a common urology surgery in men, and postoperative care is crucial, especially during the dressing change. The correct dressing method can prevent infection and promote wound healing. This article will provide you with the popular medical topics on the Internet for nearly 10 days.Structured dataand detailed operating guide.
1. The core steps of postoperative dressing change
| step | Key points of operation | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Preparation | Wash your hands and disinfect them, prepare sterile gauze/swabs, iodine or saline | Avoid using irritating liquids such as alcohol |
| 2. Remove the old dressing | Remove slowly and wet to prevent adhesion | If the adhesion is severe, soak it in normal saline before treatment |
| 3. Clean the wound | Wipe spiral from the center to the outside, repeat 2-3 times | Unforced friction |
| 4. Apply ointment | Apply antibiotic ointment evenly and thinly (such as Baiduobang) | Do not use too much |
| 5. Bandage and fix | Loosely wrapped with breathable gauze | Avoid excessive tightness affecting blood circulation |
2. Statistics of popular question and answer data on the entire network
| platform | High frequency problems | Search volume (last 10 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Baidu knows | "I can take a shower in a few days after circumcision" | 12,800+ |
| Zhihu | "What to do if you bleed during dressing changes" | 6,500+ |
| Tik Tok | "Post-operative erection processing skills" | 380,000 views |
3. Key points to note
1.Frequency of dressing: It is recommended to 1-2 times a day in the first 3 days after the operation, and then adjust according to the doctor's guidance. If blood or fluid is found to be found, it needs to be replaced immediately.
2.Exception situation handling: If the following situations are encountered, seek medical treatment in time:
3.Life management:
| Time node | Taboos |
|---|---|
| Within 1 week after surgery | Strong exercise, long-term sitting, and cycling are prohibited |
| Within 2 weeks after surgery | Sex and masturbation are prohibited |
4. Special reminder from the doctor
Recent data from urology departments in many hospitals show:Summer surgery infection rate is 30% higher than other seasons, the main reasons include:
5. Reference for recovery time
| Recovery phase | Time range | feature |
|---|---|---|
| Acute period | 1-3 days after surgery | Significant swelling and blood seeping |
| Healing period | 4-10 days | Sutures begin to absorb |
| Stable period | After 2 weeks | Recover light exercise |
It is recommended to check once every 3rd, 7th and 15th days after the operation to ensure normal wound healing. If you use absorbable sutures, it will fall off by itself in 2-3 weeks, so do not force it to pull.
Through the above structured data and detailed instructions, I hope it can help you pass the postoperative recovery period safely. Please note that the specific nursing plan shall be subject to the guidance of the attending physician.
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