What should I pay attention to after vocal cord polyp surgery?
May 03, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
After vocal cord polyp surgery, it is important to follow the doctor's instructions for regular follow-up visits to monitor the recovery of the vocal cords. Avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers and hot pot after surgery. Quit smoking and drinking alcohol, and avoid stimulants like coffee and strong tea to reduce irritation to the throat. Maintain a light diet to minimize throat irritation. Rinse your mouth promptly after meals, and develop the habit of brushing teeth regularly to prevent bacterial growth in the mouth and reduce the risk of infection.
After vocal cord polyp surgery, it is important to have regular follow-up visits, maintain a proper diet, and practice good oral hygiene. Specific details are as follows:
1. Regular Follow-up Visits
After vocal cord polyp surgery, patients should follow their doctor's instructions for regular check-ups to monitor the healing of the vocal cords, allowing timely prevention of further vocal cord damage.
2. Maintain a Proper Diet
Vocal cord polyp surgery is an invasive procedure that may create bleeding sites in the throat. After surgery, avoid spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers and hot pot, quit smoking and drinking alcohol, and refrain from consuming stimulating beverages like coffee and strong tea. Maintain a light diet to minimize irritation to the throat.
3. Practice Good Oral Hygiene
During recovery, rinse your mouth after each meal and maintain regular tooth brushing to prevent bacterial growth in the mouth and reduce the risk of postoperative infection.
In addition, ensure regular sleep patterns, drink plenty of water, and avoid excessive physical fatigue to prevent interference with postoperative recovery.
