How to take care of yourself after hysterectomy?

Every woman hopes to be healthy and beautiful, but is often troubled by some gynecological diseases. The uterus is a very important reproductive organ in the female body. It is also an organ that maintains the hormonal balance in the female body. However, there are always some gynecological diseases that require the uterus to be removed, which will affect the female's fertility and cause hormonal imbalance in the body, making it particularly prone to aging and causing certain psychological pressure on women. Timely adjustments after uterine removal can achieve good improvements. Let's learn about how to maintain after uterine removal.

How to take care of yourself after hysterectomy?

Appropriate amounts of fruits and vegetables: Because fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals, they can help patients heal wounds and increase the body's resistance.

Drink plenty of water.

Do not eat foods that easily cause bloating: such as onions, cabbage, olives, soy products, etc. 6. Those who have undergone total hysterectomy will no longer have menstruation. 7. After 6-8 weeks of surgery, when the deep tissues in the pelvic cavity have recovered, normal sexual life can be resumed. If it is a total hysterectomy, sexual life should be abstained for 3 months and heavy physical labor should be avoided. Normal work and life can be resumed after 3 months. 8. Avoid lifting objects heavier than 3 kg, bending over to pick up objects, and climbing stairs within 6-8 weeks after the operation. You can use a belly band appropriately. 9. Avoid sitting for long periods of time, long-distance travel, yoga, rhythmic dance and other exercises that may increase abdominal pressure within 3 months to avoid pelvic bleeding.

Avoid greasy food: because fat will accumulate, making wounds difficult to heal and weakening resistance to bacteria.

Increase protein intake: Protein-rich foods, including fish, meat, beans, eggs, and milk, can help wound healing and increase physical strength. You can choose more fish because fish is easier to digest and absorb. Remember to eat the meat and not just drink the soup.

How to adjust after hysterectomy:

Patients who have undergone total hysterectomy generally rest in bed within one week after surgery, but they should avoid lying in bed for long periods of time. Patients can get out of bed and move around as appropriate based on their own recovery, because early postoperative activity can promote early recovery of gastrointestinal function and reduce the occurrence of postoperative complications such as intestinal adhesions. Patients can engage in appropriate outdoor activities one week after surgery, paying attention to the combination of work and rest. In addition to the need to recover from the abdominal incision, patients who have undergone total hysterectomy should also prevent the sutures at the top of the vaginal incision from falling off and causing vaginal bleeding. They should avoid carrying weight, squatting, and physical labor too early within one month after the operation.

The above is an introduction to how to maintain your health after a hysterectomy. After understanding it, we know that once a hysterectomy occurs, we must adjust our mentality and maintain an optimistic attitude. In addition, try to wait 6 to 8 weeks after a hysterectomy before having sex, do not lift heavy objects, and pay attention to a balanced diet.