Neck Node & Neck Dissection
Postoperative Instructions for Neck Node and Neck Dissection Incision: Please keep the incision dry for 2-3 days then gently wash the incision with soap and water 2-3 times a day as needed. After washing, please apply a thin film of an antibacterial ointment (e.g. Polysporin). Please avoid any activity that pulls across the incision such as…
Parathyroidectomy
Postoperative Instructions and Information for Parathyroidectomy Incision: Please keep the incision dry until the stitches are removed, then gently wash the incision with soap and water 2-3 times a day as needed. After washing, please apply a thin film of an antibacterial ointment (e.g. Polysporin). Please avoid any activity that pulls across the incision such…
Parotidectomy
Post-Operative Instructions for Parotidectomy Incision: Please keep the incision dry for two to three days, and then gently wash the incision with soap and water two to three times a day as needed. You may use Q-tips or cotton swab dipped in peroxide to remove any dried blood over the incision. After washing, apply a…
Septo Turbinoplasty
Post-operative Instructions for Septoplasty and/or Turbinoplasty Surgery Nasal Drainage: Mucous mixed with blood is expected and may continue until your nasal packs or splints are removed (if any were used). Blood clots may be noted for up to 2 weeks after packs (or splints) are removed. At the surgery center you will be given gauze pads…
Stapedectomy
Post-operative Instructions for Stapedectomy Rest: Plan to rest the evening after your operation. Even after minor surgery, you may feel drowsy or tired for a number of hours. You may also have fatigue, muscle aches and a sore throat for 1-2 days. Nausea and Vomiting: It is common to have 2-3 episodes of nausea and vomiting. If…
Submandibular Surgery
Postoperative Instructions for Submandibular Gland Excision Incision: Please keep the incision dry for 2-3 days, and then gently wash the incision with soap and water 2-3 times a day as needed. You may use cotton swabs dipped in peroxide to remove any dried blood over the incision. After washing, please apply a thin film of an…
Throat & Vocal Cord
Post-operative Instructions for Throat or Vocal Cord Area Surgery Rest: Plan to rest the evening after your operation. Even after minor surgery, you may feel drowsy or tired for a number of hours. You may also have fatigue, muscle aches and a sore throat for 1-2 days. Nausea and Vomiting: It is common to have 2-3 episodes…
Tonsillectomy
Postoperative Instructions for Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Activity Level: Light activity and adequate rest are recommended for the first few days. Sleeping with the head elevated 30 to 45 degrees or in a recliner for 3-4 days will reduce the swelling in the throat. The uvula (the thing that hangs down from the palate) may be swollen…
Thyroidectomy
Post-Operative Instructions for Thyroidectomy Incision: Please keep the incision dry until the sutures are removed, then gently wash the incision with soap and water 2-3 times a day as needed. After washing, please apply a thin film of an antibacterial ointment (e.g. Polysporin). Please avoid any activity that pulls across the incision such as shaving across the incision…
Tympanoplasty
Post-Operative Instructions for Tympanoplasty Rest: Plan to rest the evening after your operation. Even after minor surgery, you may feel drowsy or tired for a number of hours. You may also have fatigue, muscle aches and a sore throat for 1-2 days. Nausea and Vomiting: It is common to have 2-3 episodes of nausea and vomiting….
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