How long after removing stitches from double eyelid surgery can you eat spicy food?

Oct 30, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Han Xuefeng

Introduction

In general, how long after suture removal for double eyelid surgery one can eat spicy food depends on individual recovery. If recovery is good, it is usually acceptable to consume spicy food in moderation 7 to 14 days after suture removal. If recovery is poor, eating spicy food is not recommended. Maintain healthy daily habits, avoid smoking, alcohol, and irritating foods, ensure adequate rest, and engage in appropriate physical activity.

Generally speaking, how long after suture removal for double eyelid surgery one can eat spicy food depends on individual recovery conditions. If the recovery is going well, it's usually acceptable to consume spicy food in moderation 7 to 14 days after suture removal. However, if recovery is poor, it's not recommended to eat spicy food.

After double eyelid suture removal, if the wound has healed well—without noticeable swelling, pain, or signs of infection—and the scabs have naturally fallen off, consuming spicy food in moderation is generally considered safe 7 to 14 days post-removal. Nevertheless, intake should still be controlled to avoid unnecessary irritation to the wound. If there is still mild redness, swelling, or discomfort at the surgical site, or if the doctor specifically advises extending the recovery period, spicy foods should be avoided. Spicy foods may irritate the wound, increase the risk of infection, and delay healing, so they are not recommended in such cases.

Maintaining healthy daily habits—such as avoiding smoking, alcohol, and irritating foods, ensuring adequate rest, and engaging in moderate physical activity—can help promote wound healing and stabilize the final appearance of the double eyelids.

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What should I do if my double eyelids are more swollen after the stitches are removed?

In general, increased swelling after suture removal for double eyelid surgery may be caused by normal physiological reactions, individual differences, improper postoperative care, wound infection, or allergic reactions. Under a doctor's guidance, general treatments or medication may be used for management. In daily life, maintaining adequate sleep and avoiding staying up late is recommended, as sufficient rest contributes to eye recovery.

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Will the double eyelid return to its original appearance after suture removal?

Generally, double eyelid surgery includes two types: the full-incision method and the suture (non-incision) method. If the suture is removed after the full-incision method, the eyelid usually cannot return to its original appearance. However, if the suture is removed after the suture method, the eyelid may revert to its original state. Whether the eyelid will return to its original appearance after suture removal depends on individual healing and surgical techniques. To ensure optimal surgical and recovery outcomes, it is important to follow professional medical advice and post-operative care instructions.