What to eat after undergoing anal fistula surgery

Nov 23, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingxiang
Introduction
In general, after undergoing anal fistula surgery, it is recommended to eat oats, bananas, eggs, milk, and rib soup. Oats are rich in fiber, which helps soften the stool and reduce pressure on the wound during bowel movements. Bananas are high in potassium, aid in maintaining fluid balance, are easy to digest, and promote intestinal motility, helping to prevent constipation, making them suitable for post-surgery consumption.

Generally, after undergoing anal fistula surgery, it is recommended to eat foods such as oats, bananas, eggs, milk, and rib soup. Detailed explanations are as follows:

  

  1. Oats

  Oats are rich in fiber, which helps soften stools and reduce pressure on the wound during bowel movements.

  2. Bananas

  Bananas are rich in potassium, helping maintain fluid balance. They are also easily digested and help stimulate intestinal motility to prevent constipation, making them suitable for post-surgery diet.

  3. Eggs

  Eggs are a source of high-quality protein that helps promote wound tissue growth and healing. Additionally, nutrients such as lecithin in eggs also aid in body recovery.

  4. Milk

  Milk contains not only high-quality protein but also calcium and vitamin D, which aid in bone and overall body recovery. Low-fat or skim milk is recommended to reduce fat intake.

  5. Rib Soup

  Rib soup is nutritious and promotes wound healing. However, the soup should not be overly fatty during the early postoperative period.

  After surgery, it is also important to keep the wound clean and dry, maintain a balanced diet, get appropriate rest and activity, and follow medical advice for regular dressing changes and follow-up visits, in order to promote wound healing and prevent infection.